John J. Pershing Intermediate School 220, is a public middle school located at 4812 Ninth Avenue in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York City. It was founded in the 1930s, and was named after World War I general John J. Pershing. IS 220 is a magnet school for science-oriented education.
Serving 1,236 students in grades 6-8, Junior High School 220 John J Pershing ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,236 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junior High School 220 John J Pershing ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Junior High School 220 John J Pershing's student population of 1,236 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Rankings
Junior High School 220 John J Pershing ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Junior High School 220 John J Pershing is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#806 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
62%
10%
Hispanic
32%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Junior High School 220 John J Pershing's ranking?
Junior High School 220 John J Pershing is ranked #806 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Junior High School 220 John J Pershing often compared to?
Junior High School 220 John J Pershingis often viewed alongside schools like Christa Mcauliffe School /is 187, Junior High School 259 William Mckinley by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Junior High School 220 John J Pershing?
1,236 students attend Junior High School 220 John J Pershing.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Junior High School 220 John J Pershing students are Asian, 32% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Junior High School 220 John J Pershing?
Junior High School 220 John J Pershing has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Junior High School 220 John J Pershing offer ?
Junior High School 220 John J Pershing offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Junior High School 220 John J Pershing part of?
Junior High School 220 John J Pershing is part of New York City Geographic District #20 School District.
In what neighborhood is Junior High School 220 John J Pershing located?
Junior High School 220 John J Pershing is located in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 24 other public schools located in Sunset Park.
School Reviews
5 11/20/2014
I love your school and it sounds great because see that there are a lot of asian people and i'm vietnamese. I hope I can find friends there that are vietnamese because right now i'm in the henry longfellow and I have the application for 6th grade and I will make sure that I will pick your school for the 1 choice. I hope I won't regret my answer.Thank you!!!!!
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