MS 839 vs MS 890
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New York, United States, 390 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
MS 839
Brooklyn · Public middle · Grades 6–8
310 students
MS 890
Brooklyn · Public middle · Grades 6–8
336 students
| Measure | MS 839 Brooklyn, New York | MS 890 Brooklyn, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #265 of 785 | #429 of 785 |
| National rank | #4800 of 15,369 | #8194 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 310 | 336 |
| Enrollment | 310 | 336 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.5% | 79.8% |
| Students per teacher | 9.7 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 39% |
| city | Brooklyn | Brooklyn |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •MS 839 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.1 vs 47.5).
- •MS 839 does better on math proficiency (40% vs 39%).
- •MS 839 does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 48%).
- •MS 839 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.5% vs 79.8%).
- •MS 839 does better on students per teacher (9.7 vs 10.5).
- •MS 890 is the larger school with 336 students compared with 310.
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 839 better than MS 890?
On the Success Index (US), MS 839 ranks higher (63.1 vs 47.5 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 839 and MS 890?
About 390 m in a straight line, between Brooklyn and Brooklyn in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
MS 839: 310. MS 890: 336. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do MS 839 and MS 890 rank in New York?
MS 839 is 265th of 785 and MS 890 is 429th of 785 among middle schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).