Ellen Ochoa School Number 22 vs Eric S. Smith Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Jersey, United States, 22 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ellen Ochoa School Number 22
Passaic · Public middle · Grades 4–6
613 students
Eric S. Smith Middle School
Ramsey · Public middle · Grades 6–8
613 students
| Measure | Ellen Ochoa School Number 22 Passaic, New Jersey | Eric S. Smith Middle School Ramsey, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 93 Top 5% |
| State rank | #396 of 440 | #50 of 440 |
| National rank | #10965 of 15,369 | #145 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 613 | 613 |
| Enrollment | 613 | 613 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.7% | 5.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 8.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 80% |
| Math proficiency | – | 64% |
| city | Passaic | Ramsey |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Eric S. Smith Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (92.5 vs 34.5).
- •Eric S. Smith Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.7% vs 99.7%).
- •Eric S. Smith Middle School does better on students per teacher (8.6 vs 11.4).
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 Ellen Ochoa School Number 22 better than Eric S. Smith Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Eric S. Smith Middle School ranks higher (92.5 vs 34.5 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 Ellen Ochoa School Number 22 and Eric S. Smith Middle School?
About 22 km in a straight line, between Passaic and Ramsey in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ellen Ochoa School Number 22: 613. Eric S. Smith Middle School: 613. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ellen Ochoa School Number 22 and Eric S. Smith Middle School rank in New Jersey?
Ellen Ochoa School Number 22 is 396th of 440 and Eric S. Smith Middle School is 50th of 440 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).