Alfred S. Faust Middle School vs Patrick M Villano School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Jersey, United States, 17 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alfred S. Faust Middle School
East Rutherford · Public middle · Grades 6–8
240 students
Patrick M Villano School
Emerson · Public middle · Grades 4–6
240 students
| Measure | Alfred S. Faust Middle School East Rutherford, New Jersey | Patrick M Villano School Emerson, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 80 Top 25% |
| State rank | #251 of 440 | #171 of 440 |
| National rank | #4153 of 15,369 | #1575 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 4–6 |
| Students | 240 | 240 |
| Enrollment | 240 | 240 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.7% | 11.3% |
| Students per teacher | 9.6 | 10.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 55% |
| city | East Rutherford | Emerson |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Patrick M Villano School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.5 vs 66.1).
- •Patrick M Villano School does better on math proficiency (55% vs 47%).
- •Alfred S. Faust Middle School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 61%).
- •Patrick M Villano School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.3% vs 51.7%).
- •Alfred S. Faust Middle School does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 10.4).
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 S. Faust Middle School better than Patrick M Villano School?
On the Success Index (US), Patrick M Villano School ranks higher (79.5 vs 66.1 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 Alfred S. Faust Middle School and Patrick M Villano School?
About 17 km in a straight line, between East Rutherford and Emerson in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alfred S. Faust Middle School: 240. Patrick M Villano School: 240. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alfred S. Faust Middle School and Patrick M Villano School rank in New Jersey?
Alfred S. Faust Middle School is 251st of 440 and Patrick M Villano School is 171st of 440 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).