MS 890 vs Ps 179 Kensington
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New York, United States, 710 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
MS 890
Brooklyn · Public middle · Grades 6–8
336 students
Ps 179 Kensington
Brooklyn · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
660 students
| Measure | MS 890 Brooklyn, New York | Ps 179 Kensington Brooklyn, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #429 of 785 | #1931 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #8194 of 15,369 | #36131 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 336 | 660 |
| Enrollment | 336 | 660 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.8% | 93.9% |
| Students per teacher | 10.5 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 45% |
| city | Brooklyn | Brooklyn |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •MS 890 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.5 vs 33.7).
- •Ps 179 Kensington does better on math proficiency (45% vs 39%).
- •MS 890 does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 35%).
- •MS 890 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.8% vs 93.9%).
- •MS 890 does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 13.8).
- •Ps 179 Kensington is the larger school with 660 students compared with 336.
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 890 better than Ps 179 Kensington?
On the Success Index (US), MS 890 ranks higher (47.5 vs 33.7 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 890 and Ps 179 Kensington?
About 710 m in a straight line, between Brooklyn and Brooklyn in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
MS 890: 336. Ps 179 Kensington: 660. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do MS 890 and Ps 179 Kensington rank in New York?
MS 890 is 429th of 785 and Ps 179 Kensington is 1931st of 2,536 among middle schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).