Ps 179 vs Ps 49 Willis Avenue
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 248 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ps 179
Bronx · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
198 students
Ps 49 Willis Avenue
Bronx · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
447 students
| Measure | Ps 179 Bronx, New York | Ps 49 Willis Avenue Bronx, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2070 of 2,536 | #1555 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #38953 of 50,301 | #27988 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 198 | 447 |
| Enrollment | 198 | 447 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.4% | 98.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 9.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 51% |
| city | Bronx | Bronx |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ps 49 Willis Avenue scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.9 vs 29.4).
- •Ps 49 Willis Avenue does better on math proficiency (51% vs 27%).
- •Ps 49 Willis Avenue does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 37%).
- •Ps 179 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.4% vs 98.4%).
- •Ps 49 Willis Avenue does better on students per teacher (9.9 vs 11.0).
- •Ps 49 Willis Avenue is the larger school with 447 students compared with 198.
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 179 better than Ps 49 Willis Avenue?
On the Success Index (US), Ps 49 Willis Avenue ranks higher (45.9 vs 29.4 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 179 and Ps 49 Willis Avenue?
About 248 m in a straight line, between Bronx and Bronx in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ps 179: 198. Ps 49 Willis Avenue: 447. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ps 179 and Ps 49 Willis Avenue rank in New York?
Ps 179 is 2070th of 2,536 and Ps 49 Willis Avenue is 1555th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).