Ps 172 Beacon School of Excellence vs Ps 958
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 519 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ps 172 Beacon School of Excellence
Brooklyn · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
380 students
Ps 958
Brooklyn · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
161 students
| Measure | Ps 172 Beacon School of Excellence Brooklyn, New York | Ps 958 Brooklyn, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 82 Top 10% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #301 of 2,536 | #1118 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #3800 of 50,301 | #20019 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 380 | 161 |
| Enrollment | 380 | 161 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.2% | 63.4% |
| Students per teacher | 9.7 | 7.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 88% | – |
| Math proficiency | 96% | – |
| city | Brooklyn | Brooklyn |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ps 172 Beacon School of Excellence scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.2 vs 57.4).
- •Ps 958 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.4% vs 74.2%).
- •Ps 958 does better on students per teacher (7.3 vs 9.7).
- •Ps 172 Beacon School of Excellence is the larger school with 380 students compared with 161.
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 Ps 172 Beacon School of Excellence better than Ps 958?
On the Success Index (US), Ps 172 Beacon School of Excellence ranks higher (82.2 vs 57.4 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 Ps 172 Beacon School of Excellence and Ps 958?
About 519 m in a straight line, between Brooklyn and Brooklyn in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ps 172 Beacon School of Excellence: 380. Ps 958: 161. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ps 172 Beacon School of Excellence and Ps 958 rank in New York?
Ps 172 Beacon School of Excellence is 301st of 2,536 and Ps 958 is 1118th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).