Carl W. Goetz Middle School vs Joseph A. Taub School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Jersey, United States, 86 km 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
Joseph A. Taub School
Paterson · Public middle · Grades 6–8
976 students
| Measure | Carl W. Goetz Middle School Jackson, New Jersey | Joseph A. Taub School Paterson, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #214 of 440 | #422 of 440 |
| National rank | #2925 of 15,369 | #13031 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 978 | 976 |
| Enrollment | 978 | 976 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.3% | 67.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 18% |
| city | Jackson | Paterson |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carl W. Goetz Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.0 vs 24.0).
- •Carl W. Goetz Middle School does better on math proficiency (54% vs 18%).
- •Carl W. Goetz Middle School does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 36%).
- •Carl W. Goetz Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.3% vs 67.9%).
- •Carl W. Goetz Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 17.4).
- •Carl W. Goetz Middle School is the larger school with 978 students compared with 976.
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 Joseph A. Taub School?
On the Success Index (US), Carl W. Goetz Middle School ranks higher (72.0 vs 24.0 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 Joseph A. Taub School?
About 86 km in a straight line, between Jackson and Paterson in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carl W. Goetz Middle School: 978. Joseph A. Taub School: 976. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carl W. Goetz Middle School and Joseph A. Taub School rank in New Jersey?
Carl W. Goetz Middle School is 214th of 440 and Joseph A. Taub School is 422nd of 440 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).