Arts High School vs Pompton Lakes High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Jersey, United States, 31 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arts High School
Newark · Public high · Grades 9–12
611 students
Pompton Lakes High School
Pompton Lakes · Public high · Grades 9–12
610 students
| Measure | Arts High School Newark, New Jersey | Pompton Lakes High School Pompton Lakes, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #270 of 357 | #85 of 357 |
| National rank | #12511 of 16,910 | #2318 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 611 | 610 |
| Enrollment | 611 | 610 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.2% | 24.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 13% | 47% |
| city | Newark | Pompton Lakes |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pompton Lakes High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.1 vs 33.6).
- •Pompton Lakes High School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 13%).
- •Pompton Lakes High School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 47%).
- •Pompton Lakes High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.9% vs 68.2%).
- •Pompton Lakes High School does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 12.0).
- •Arts High School is the larger school with 611 students compared with 610.
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 Arts High School better than Pompton Lakes High School?
On the Success Index (US), Pompton Lakes High School ranks higher (74.1 vs 33.6 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 Arts High School and Pompton Lakes High School?
About 31 km in a straight line, between Newark and Pompton Lakes in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arts High School: 611. Pompton Lakes High School: 610. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arts High School and Pompton Lakes High School rank in New Jersey?
Arts High School is 270th of 357 and Pompton Lakes High School is 85th of 357 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).