Central Middle School vs Halsted Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Jersey, United States, 47 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle School
Stirling · Public middle · Grades 6–8
284 students
Halsted Middle School
Newton · Public middle · Grades 5–8
280 students
| Measure | Central Middle School Stirling, New Jersey | Halsted Middle School Newton, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 90 Top 5% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #74 of 440 | #323 of 440 |
| National rank | #269 of 15,369 | #7186 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 284 | 280 |
| Enrollment | 284 | 280 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 10.6% | 53.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 8.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 19% |
| city | Stirling | Newton |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (90.3 vs 52.0).
- •Central Middle School does better on math proficiency (65% vs 19%).
- •Central Middle School does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 60%).
- •Central Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.6% vs 53.6%).
- •Halsted Middle School does better on students per teacher (8.2 vs 11.4).
- •Central Middle School is the larger school with 284 students compared with 280.
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 Halsted Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Middle School ranks higher (90.3 vs 52.0 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 Central Middle School and Halsted Middle School?
About 47 km in a straight line, between Stirling and Newton in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle School: 284. Halsted Middle School: 280. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle School and Halsted Middle School rank in New Jersey?
Central Middle School is 74th of 440 and Halsted Middle School is 323rd of 440 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).