MS 358 vs Ps 182 Samantha Smith
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New York, United States, 445 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
MS 358
Jamaica · Public middle · Grades 6–8
345 students
Ps 182 Samantha Smith
Jamaica · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
810 students
| Measure | MS 358 Jamaica, New York | Ps 182 Samantha Smith Jamaica, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #634 of 785 | #2011 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #12003 of 15,369 | #37693 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 345 | 810 |
| Enrollment | 345 | 810 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.5% | 94.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 32% |
| city | Jamaica | Jamaica |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ps 182 Samantha Smith scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.3 vs 29.6).
- •MS 358 does better on math proficiency (36% vs 32%).
- •MS 358 does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 38%).
- •MS 358 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92.5% vs 94.3%).
- •Ps 182 Samantha Smith does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 16.4).
- •Ps 182 Samantha Smith is the larger school with 810 students compared with 345.
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 MS 358 better than Ps 182 Samantha Smith?
On the Success Index (US), Ps 182 Samantha Smith ranks higher (31.3 vs 29.6 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 MS 358 and Ps 182 Samantha Smith?
About 445 m in a straight line, between Jamaica and Jamaica in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
MS 358: 345. Ps 182 Samantha Smith: 810. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do MS 358 and Ps 182 Samantha Smith rank in New York?
MS 358 is 634th of 785 and Ps 182 Samantha Smith is 2011th of 2,536 among middle schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).