Albert E Grice Middle School vs Howard M. Phifer Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Jersey, United States, 39 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Albert E Grice Middle School
Hamilton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
991 students
Howard M. Phifer Middle School
Pennsauken · Public middle · Grades 6–8
988 students
| Measure | Albert E Grice Middle School Hamilton, New Jersey | Howard M. Phifer Middle School Pennsauken, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #363 of 440 | #405 of 440 |
| National rank | #9479 of 15,369 | #11494 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 991 | 988 |
| Enrollment | 991 | 988 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64% | 81.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 27% |
| city | Hamilton | Pennsauken |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Albert E Grice Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.5 vs 32.1).
- •Albert E Grice Middle School does better on math proficiency (29% vs 27%).
- •Albert E Grice Middle School does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 36%).
- •Albert E Grice Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64% vs 81.4%).
- •Howard M. Phifer Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 12.9).
- •Albert E Grice Middle School is the larger school with 991 students compared with 988.
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 Albert E Grice Middle School better than Howard M. Phifer Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Albert E Grice Middle School ranks higher (41.5 vs 32.1 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 Albert E Grice Middle School and Howard M. Phifer Middle School?
About 39 km in a straight line, between Hamilton and Pennsauken in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Albert E Grice Middle School: 991. Howard M. Phifer Middle School: 988. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Albert E Grice Middle School and Howard M. Phifer Middle School rank in New Jersey?
Albert E Grice Middle School is 363rd of 440 and Howard M. Phifer Middle School is 405th of 440 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).