P.S. 190 Sheffield vs Academy for Young Writers
Public · East New York-New Lots
P.S. 190 Sheffield
Grades PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE
Public · Spring Creek-Starrett City
Academy for Young Writers
Grades 06,07,08,09,10,11,12,SE
P.S. 190 Sheffield and Academy for Young Writers are both public schools in East New York-New Lots and Spring Creek-Starrett City. P.S. 190 Sheffield rates higher on every metric we compare, including overall rating and ela proficiency. Overall: 85/100 (P.S. 190 Sheffield) vs 32/100 (Academy for Young Writers).
How they compare
| Metric | P.S. 190 Sheffield | Academy for Young Writers |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 85/100 (leads) | 32/100 |
| ELA proficiency | 82% (leads) | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 88% (leads) | 17% |
| Attendance | 87% (leads) | 87% |
| Student diversity | 50% (leads) | 49% |
| Average class size | 22 | 22 |
| Parent satisfaction | 93/100 (leads) | 92/100 |
| Program breadth | — | 100/100 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is P.S. 190 Sheffield or Academy for Young Writers a better fit?
- P.S. 190 Sheffield and Academy for Young Writers are both public schools in East New York-New Lots and Spring Creek-Starrett City. P.S. 190 Sheffield leads on overall rating, ela proficiency, and math proficiency. The right fit depends on your child — run a Smart Match to weigh these against your family's priorities.
- How do P.S. 190 Sheffield and Academy for Young Writers compare on test scores?
- P.S. 190 Sheffield: 82% ELA proficiency and 88% math proficiency. Academy for Young Writers: 46% ELA and 17% math.
- What grades do P.S. 190 Sheffield and Academy for Young Writers serve?
- P.S. 190 Sheffield serves grades PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE; Academy for Young Writers serves grades 06,07,08,09,10,11,12,SE.
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