Mott Haven Academy Charter School vs Ps 179
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 350 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mott Haven Academy Charter School
Bronx · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
442 students
Ps 179
Bronx · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
198 students
| Measure | Mott Haven Academy Charter School Bronx, New York | Ps 179 Bronx, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1996 of 2,536 | #2070 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #37291 of 50,301 | #38953 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 442 | 198 |
| Enrollment | 442 | 198 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.4% | 90.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 37% |
| Math proficiency | – | 27% |
| city | Bronx | Bronx |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mott Haven Academy Charter School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.9 vs 29.4).
- •Ps 179 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.4% vs 93.4%).
- •Ps 179 does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 13.8).
- •Mott Haven Academy Charter School is the larger school with 442 students compared with 198.
- •Mott Haven Academy Charter School is a charter school while Ps 179 is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Mott Haven Academy Charter School better than Ps 179?
On the Success Index (US), Mott Haven Academy Charter School ranks higher (31.9 vs 29.4 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 Mott Haven Academy Charter School and Ps 179?
About 350 m in a straight line, between Bronx and Bronx in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mott Haven Academy Charter School: 442. Ps 179: 198. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mott Haven Academy Charter School and Ps 179 rank in New York?
Mott Haven Academy Charter School is 1996th of 2,536 and Ps 179 is 2070th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).