Kappa V (Knowledge and Power Prep Academy) vs Ps 165 Ida Posner
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New York, United States, 400 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kappa V (Knowledge and Power Prep Academy)
Brooklyn · Public middle · Grades 6–8
97 students
Ps 165 Ida Posner
Brooklyn · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
213 students
| Measure | Kappa V (Knowledge and Power Prep Academy) Brooklyn, New York | Ps 165 Ida Posner Brooklyn, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #753 of 785 | #2191 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #13989 of 15,369 | #41017 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 97 | 213 |
| Enrollment | 97 | 213 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.7% | 92% |
| Students per teacher | 9.7 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 37% |
| city | Brooklyn | Brooklyn |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ps 165 Ida Posner scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.1 vs 18.7).
- •Ps 165 Ida Posner does better on math proficiency (37% vs 12%).
- •Kappa V (Knowledge and Power Prep Academy) does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Kappa V (Knowledge and Power Prep Academy) does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.7% vs 92%).
- •Kappa V (Knowledge and Power Prep Academy) does better on students per teacher (9.7 vs 12.5).
- •Ps 165 Ida Posner is the larger school with 213 students compared with 97.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Kappa V (Knowledge and Power Prep Academy) better than Ps 165 Ida Posner?
On the Success Index (US), Ps 165 Ida Posner ranks higher (26.1 vs 18.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Kappa V (Knowledge and Power Prep Academy) and Ps 165 Ida Posner?
About 400 m in a straight line, between Brooklyn and Brooklyn in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kappa V (Knowledge and Power Prep Academy): 97. Ps 165 Ida Posner: 213. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kappa V (Knowledge and Power Prep Academy) and Ps 165 Ida Posner rank in New York?
Kappa V (Knowledge and Power Prep Academy) is 753rd of 785 and Ps 165 Ida Posner is 2191st of 2,536 among middle schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).