Central Middle School vs Troy Hills Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle School
Parsippany · Public middle · Grades 6–8
755 students
Troy Hills Elementary School
Parsippany · Public elementary · Grades K–5
290 students
| Measure | Central Middle School Parsippany, New Jersey | Troy Hills Elementary School Parsippany, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 10% | 85 Top 5% |
| State rank | #135 of 440 | #343 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #830 of 15,369 | #2425 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 755 | 290 |
| Enrollment | 755 | 290 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 25.2% | 21.7% |
| Students per teacher | 9.6 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 72% |
| city | Parsippany | Parsippany |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (84.4 vs 85.1).
- •Troy Hills Elementary School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 60%).
- •Central Middle School does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 67%).
- •Troy Hills Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.7% vs 25.2%).
- •Central Middle School does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 10.7).
- •Central Middle School is the larger school with 755 students compared with 290.
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 Central Middle School better than Troy Hills Elementary 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 Central Middle School and Troy Hills Elementary School?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Parsippany and Parsippany in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle School: 755. Troy Hills Elementary School: 290. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle School and Troy Hills Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
Central Middle School is 135th of 440 and Troy Hills Elementary School is 343rd of 1,479 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).