Benjamin Franklin Middle School vs Ho-Ho-Kus Public School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.5 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
Ho-Ho-Kus Public School
Ho Ho Kus · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
573 students
| Measure | Benjamin Franklin Middle School Ridgewood, New Jersey | Ho-Ho-Kus Public School Ho Ho Kus, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 93 Top 5% |
| State rank | #42 of 440 | #84 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #124 of 15,369 | #272 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 627 | 573 |
| Enrollment | 627 | 573 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 2.6% | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 83% |
| city | Ridgewood | Ho Ho Kus |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (93.0 vs 93.1).
- •Ho-Ho-Kus Public School does better on math proficiency (83% vs 69%).
- •Ho-Ho-Kus Public School does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 83%).
- •Benjamin Franklin Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 12.2).
- •Benjamin Franklin Middle School is the larger school with 627 students compared with 573.
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 Ho-Ho-Kus Public 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 Ho-Ho-Kus Public School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Ridgewood and Ho Ho Kus in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School: 627. Ho-Ho-Kus Public School: 573. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Franklin Middle School and Ho-Ho-Kus Public School rank in New Jersey?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School is 42nd of 440 and Ho-Ho-Kus Public School is 84th of 1,479 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).