Benjamin Franklin Middle School vs George Washington Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Jersey, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin Franklin Middle School
Ridgewood · Public middle · Grades 6–8
627 students
George Washington Middle School
Ridgewood · Public middle · Grades 6–8
644 students
| Measure | Benjamin Franklin Middle School Ridgewood, New Jersey | George Washington Middle School Ridgewood, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 93 Top 5% |
| State rank | #42 of 440 | #36 of 440 |
| National rank | #124 of 15,369 | #109 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 627 | 644 |
| Enrollment | 627 | 644 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 2.6% | 1.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 74% |
| city | Ridgewood | Ridgewood |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (93.0 vs 93.2).
- •George Washington Middle School does better on math proficiency (74% vs 69%).
- •George Washington Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (1.9% vs 2.6%).
- •Benjamin Franklin Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 11.9).
- •George Washington Middle School is the larger school with 644 students compared with 627.
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 Benjamin Franklin Middle School better than George Washington Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Benjamin Franklin Middle School and George Washington Middle School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Ridgewood and Ridgewood in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School: 627. George Washington Middle School: 644. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Franklin Middle School and George Washington Middle School rank in New Jersey?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School is 42nd of 440 and George Washington Middle School is 36th of 440 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).