Alfred C. MacKinnon Middle School vs Sojourner Truth Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Jersey, United States, 34 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alfred C. MacKinnon Middle School
Wharton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
265 students
Sojourner Truth Middle School
East Orange · Public middle · Grades 6–8
264 students
| Measure | Alfred C. MacKinnon Middle School Wharton, New Jersey | Sojourner Truth Middle School East Orange, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #290 of 440 | #397 of 440 |
| National rank | #5559 of 15,369 | #11034 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 265 | 264 |
| Enrollment | 265 | 264 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.7% | 27.3% |
| Students per teacher | 8.5 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 5% |
| city | Wharton | East Orange |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alfred C. MacKinnon Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.6 vs 34.2).
- •Alfred C. MacKinnon Middle School does better on math proficiency (38% vs 5%).
- •Alfred C. MacKinnon Middle School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 28%).
- •Sojourner Truth Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.3% vs 45.7%).
- •Alfred C. MacKinnon Middle School does better on students per teacher (8.5 vs 13.9).
- •Alfred C. MacKinnon Middle School is the larger school with 265 students compared with 264.
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 Alfred C. MacKinnon Middle School better than Sojourner Truth Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Alfred C. MacKinnon Middle School ranks higher (59.6 vs 34.2 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 Alfred C. MacKinnon Middle School and Sojourner Truth Middle School?
About 34 km in a straight line, between Wharton and East Orange in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alfred C. MacKinnon Middle School: 265. Sojourner Truth Middle School: 264. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alfred C. MacKinnon Middle School and Sojourner Truth Middle School rank in New Jersey?
Alfred C. MacKinnon Middle School is 290th of 440 and Sojourner Truth Middle School is 397th of 440 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).