Chatham High School vs Summit High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Jersey, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chatham High School
Chatham · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,205 students
Summit High School
Summit · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,198 students
| Measure | Chatham High School Chatham, New Jersey | Summit High School Summit, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #14 of 357 | #12 of 357 |
| National rank | #426 of 16,910 | #400 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,205 | 1,198 |
| Enrollment | 1,205 | 1,198 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 2.4% | 19.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 88% | 81% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 78% |
| city | Chatham | Summit |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (87.2 vs 87.6).
- •Summit High School does better on math proficiency (78% vs 63%).
- •Chatham High School does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 81%).
- •Chatham High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (2.4% vs 19.6%).
- •Summit High School does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 12.2).
- •Chatham High School is the larger school with 1,205 students compared with 1,198.
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 Chatham High School better than Summit High 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 Chatham High School and Summit High School?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Chatham and Summit in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chatham High School: 1,205. Summit High School: 1,198. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chatham High School and Summit High School rank in New Jersey?
Chatham High School is 14th of 357 and Summit High School is 12th of 357 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).