Central Middle School vs William Annin Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Jersey, United States, 5.7 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
William Annin Middle School
Basking Ridge · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,122 students
| Measure | Central Middle School Stirling, New Jersey | William Annin Middle School Basking Ridge, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 90 Top 5% | 96 Top 5% |
| State rank | #74 of 440 | #14 of 440 |
| National rank | #269 of 15,369 | #27 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 284 | 1,122 |
| Enrollment | 284 | 1,122 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 10.6% | 2.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 10.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 79% |
| city | Stirling | Basking Ridge |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •William Annin Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (96.1 vs 90.3).
- •William Annin Middle School does better on math proficiency (79% vs 65%).
- •William Annin Middle School does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 81%).
- •William Annin Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (2.6% vs 10.6%).
- •William Annin Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.0 vs 11.4).
- •William Annin Middle School is the larger school with 1,122 students compared with 284.
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 William Annin Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), William Annin Middle School ranks higher (96.1 vs 90.3 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 William Annin Middle School?
About 5.7 km in a straight line, between Stirling and Basking Ridge in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle School: 284. William Annin Middle School: 1,122. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle School and William Annin Middle School rank in New Jersey?
Central Middle School is 74th of 440 and William Annin Middle School is 14th of 440 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).