Middle School 322 vs MS 53 Brian Piccolo
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New York, United States, 32 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Middle School 322
New York · Public middle · Grades 6–8
235 students
MS 53 Brian Piccolo
Far Rockaway · Public middle · Grades 6–8
235 students
| Measure | Middle School 322 New York, New York | MS 53 Brian Piccolo Far Rockaway, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #694 of 785 | #766 of 785 |
| National rank | #13193 of 15,369 | #14306 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 235 | 235 |
| Enrollment | 235 | 235 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.9% | 94% |
| Students per teacher | 9.0 | 9.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 11% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 7% |
| city | New York | Far Rockaway |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Middle School 322 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.2 vs 16.8).
- •Middle School 322 does better on math proficiency (18% vs 7%).
- •Middle School 322 does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 11%).
- •MS 53 Brian Piccolo does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94% vs 94.9%).
- •Middle School 322 does better on students per teacher (9.0 vs 9.4).
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 Middle School 322 better than MS 53 Brian Piccolo?
On the Success Index (US), Middle School 322 ranks higher (23.2 vs 16.8 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 Middle School 322 and MS 53 Brian Piccolo?
About 32 km in a straight line, between New York and Far Rockaway in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Middle School 322: 235. MS 53 Brian Piccolo: 235. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Middle School 322 and MS 53 Brian Piccolo rank in New York?
Middle School 322 is 694th of 785 and MS 53 Brian Piccolo is 766th of 785 among middle schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).