Carl W. Goetz Middle School vs Elms Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 778 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carl W. Goetz Middle School
Jackson · Public middle · Grades 6–8
978 students
Elms Elementary School
Jackson · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
705 students
| Measure | Carl W. Goetz Middle School Jackson, New Jersey | Elms Elementary School Jackson, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #214 of 440 | #609 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #2925 of 15,369 | #8383 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 978 | 705 |
| Enrollment | 978 | 705 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.3% | 38% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 63% |
| city | Jackson | Jackson |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Elms Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.3 vs 72.0).
- •Elms Elementary School does better on math proficiency (63% vs 54%).
- •Elms Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 61%).
- •Carl W. Goetz Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.3% vs 38%).
- •Carl W. Goetz Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 14.1).
- •Carl W. Goetz Middle School is the larger school with 978 students compared with 705.
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 Carl W. Goetz Middle School better than Elms Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Elms Elementary School ranks higher (74.3 vs 72.0 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 Carl W. Goetz Middle School and Elms Elementary School?
About 778 m in a straight line, between Jackson and Jackson in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carl W. Goetz Middle School: 978. Elms Elementary School: 705. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carl W. Goetz Middle School and Elms Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
Carl W. Goetz Middle School is 214th of 440 and Elms Elementary School is 609th of 1,479 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).