Ps 179 Kensington vs Ps 889
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 723 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ps 179 Kensington
Brooklyn · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
660 students
Ps 889
Brooklyn · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
423 students
| Measure | Ps 179 Kensington Brooklyn, New York | Ps 889 Brooklyn, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1931 of 2,536 | #1025 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #36131 of 50,301 | #17813 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 660 | 423 |
| Enrollment | 660 | 423 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.9% | 49.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | – |
| Math proficiency | 45% | – |
| city | Brooklyn | Brooklyn |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ps 889 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.6 vs 33.7).
- •Ps 889 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.2% vs 93.9%).
- •Ps 179 Kensington does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 14.1).
- •Ps 179 Kensington is the larger school with 660 students compared with 423.
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 Kensington better than Ps 889?
On the Success Index (US), Ps 889 ranks higher (60.6 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 Ps 179 Kensington and Ps 889?
About 723 m in a straight line, between Brooklyn and Brooklyn in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ps 179 Kensington: 660. Ps 889: 423. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ps 179 Kensington and Ps 889 rank in New York?
Ps 179 Kensington is 1931st of 2,536 and Ps 889 is 1025th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).