MS 390 vs Ps 396
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New York, United States, 11 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
MS 390
Bronx · Public middle · Grades 6–8
311 students
Ps 396
Bronx · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
217 students
| Measure | MS 390 Bronx, New York | Ps 396 Bronx, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #672 of 785 | #2218 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #12660 of 15,369 | #41352 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 311 | 217 |
| Enrollment | 311 | 217 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.7% | 93.1% |
| Students per teacher | 10.0 | 6.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 27% |
| city | Bronx | Bronx |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (26.1 vs 25.6).
- •Ps 396 does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 26%).
- •Ps 396 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93.1% vs 97.7%).
- •Ps 396 does better on students per teacher (6.0 vs 10.0).
- •MS 390 is the larger school with 311 students compared with 217.
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 390 better than Ps 396?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are MS 390 and Ps 396?
About 11 m in a straight line, between Bronx and Bronx in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
MS 390: 311. Ps 396: 217. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do MS 390 and Ps 396 rank in New York?
MS 390 is 672nd of 785 and Ps 396 is 2218th of 2,536 among middle schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).