Dual Language School vs Fords Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dual Language School
Fords · Public middle · Grades 4–8
384 students
Fords Middle School
Fords · Public middle · Grades 6–8
645 students
| Measure | Dual Language School Fords, New Jersey | Fords Middle School Fords, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #312 of 440 | #356 of 440 |
| National rank | #6647 of 15,369 | #9008 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 384 | 645 |
| Enrollment | 384 | 645 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.3% | 56.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 10.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 33% |
| city | Fords | Fords |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dual Language School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.5 vs 43.7).
- •Dual Language School does better on math proficiency (45% vs 33%).
- •Dual Language School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 37%).
- •Fords Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.9% vs 76.3%).
- •Fords Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.2 vs 16.7).
- •Fords Middle School is the larger school with 645 students compared with 384.
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 Dual Language School better than Fords Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Dual Language School ranks higher (54.5 vs 43.7 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 Dual Language School and Fords Middle School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Fords and Fords in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dual Language School: 384. Fords Middle School: 645. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dual Language School and Fords Middle School rank in New Jersey?
Dual Language School is 312th of 440 and Fords Middle School is 356th of 440 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).