J.H.S 220 John J. Pershing is a junior high school in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Neighboring hospital, the Maimonides Medical Center, provides excellent programs for students to explore medical and science careers through enrichment and community service opportunities. Students can also participate in the school’s gifted program in addition to a magnet science class, while those interested in languages can opt into the English and Spanish Dual language program.
In addition to comprehensive learning programs, the school offers visual arts and music as well as Broadway Juniors which produces a school musical each year. The most unique program, however, is an architectural program for seventh graders through which students learn how to create floor plans and scale models before presenting their projects to a panel of professional architects.
The school offers great outdoor amenities including a track that encircles a basketball court and volleyball court, and outdoor classroom areas. The school also welcomes the Sunset Park community to its open outdoor spaces.
IS 220 John J. Pershing
Public Middle School
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Grade 6-8
4812 9th Ave,
Brooklyn, NY
New York City Geographic District No. 20
School Details
Head of School
Principal - Ms. Loretta Witek
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Math Proficiency
62%
Reading Proficiency
63%
Niche Grade
A-
A+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
63%
Math Proficiency
62%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
100
Full Time Teachers
100
Teachers in First or Second Year
11.9%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Science
6%
State Average
13%
Math
7%
State Average
20%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
457:1
Student Diversity
Male
54%
Female
46%
Economically disadvantaged
90.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
65.6%
Male
54%
Female
46%
Limited English proficient
31.1%
Hispanic
29.2%
White
4.3%
Black
<1%
Native American
<1%
Two or more races
<1%
School Rankings
#28
Niche Standout MS in New York
#122
Best Public MS Teachers in New York
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
7/22/2020
Class of 2016 I was in honor class so my experience is much better than most people. First to say huge improvement from years ago before I went there I heard there use to be lots of gangs and police everywhere. Teacher are nice and neighborhood friendly people are nice but there are lots of groups and if you don't get into one your life is going to horrible at school join an group normally form your class. Remember the people of this school is very bias especially the deans and teacher so it best to make relationship to provide the best experience. If you don't have group you in no matter if it your class or an group of friends that big enough you will suffer from the other students as not all the students are friendly and easily influenced by the group. I suggest you go honor class but if you don't fit in it the class it ok to go to an normal where you do remember this school is all about how you fit in your class.
4/16/2017
This school is great!!! The only thing have to change is the food!!! Teacher are all nice! But only some may be bad because they are disappointed but after all all the teachers are pushing you to learn!!
6/28/2016
Most teachers take out of their time to help students . Most of them do tend to care for their students and give genuine attention to the students.
GreatSchools Reviews
2/5/2025
Review for John J. Pershing 220:Unfortunately, my experience at John J. Pershing 220 has been far from positive. One major issue that stands out is the front door lady. From the very first interaction, she was incredibly rude and unhelpful. Instead of offering a warm welcome or assistance, her dismi...
5/18/2024
It needs to be known that this school is not safe for your children. The rating it receives does not match the low quality of the school. Only children in the honors classes are really provided with helpful teachers. Other students fall behind without much guidance from the school. Teachers do their...
2/1/2024
Terrible my son got outside suspension for false reasons
9/8/2023
Has decent teachers but some can be way too serious and strict.Not to mention boring in most cases.Has counselors and offers a meeting per week during a non main subject class and phone calls often happen during classes.The hallways/stairs are cramped and smell everyday with a new variety everyday.L...
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IS 220 John J. Pershing is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in Brooklyn, NY and is served by the New York City Geographic District No. 20 in New York. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,253 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 62% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 63% are proficient in reading. IS 220 John J. Pershing has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $1,000,994. Discover additional schools in the area, like West Brooklyn Community High School, P.S. 53, P.S. 371 - Lillian L. Rashkis, and more. Learn more about what Brooklyn has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near IS 220 John J. Pershing.