Clifton T. Barkalow School vs West Freehold School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 666 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clifton T. Barkalow School
Freehold · Public middle · Grades 6–8
574 students
West Freehold School
Freehold · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
447 students
| Measure | Clifton T. Barkalow School Freehold, New Jersey | West Freehold School Freehold, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #114 of 440 | #287 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #518 of 15,369 | #1770 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 574 | 447 |
| Enrollment | 574 | 447 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 15% | 17.9% |
| Students per teacher | 8.3 | 10.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 73% |
| city | Freehold | Freehold |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (87.4 vs 86.7).
- •West Freehold School does better on math proficiency (73% vs 60%).
- •Clifton T. Barkalow School does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 67%).
- •Clifton T. Barkalow School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15% vs 17.9%).
- •Clifton T. Barkalow School does better on students per teacher (8.3 vs 10.4).
- •Clifton T. Barkalow School is the larger school with 574 students compared with 447.
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 Clifton T. Barkalow School better than West Freehold 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 Clifton T. Barkalow School and West Freehold School?
About 666 m in a straight line, between Freehold and Freehold in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clifton T. Barkalow School: 574. West Freehold School: 447. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clifton T. Barkalow School and West Freehold School rank in New Jersey?
Clifton T. Barkalow School is 114th of 440 and West Freehold School is 287th of 1,479 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).