Eric S. Smith Middle School vs John Y Dater Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eric S. Smith Middle School
Ramsey · Public middle · Grades 6–8
613 students
John Y Dater Elementary School
Ramsey · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
325 students
| Measure | Eric S. Smith Middle School Ramsey, New Jersey | John Y Dater Elementary School Ramsey, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 92 Top 5% |
| State rank | #50 of 440 | #131 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #145 of 15,369 | #468 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 4–5 |
| Students | 613 | 325 |
| Enrollment | 613 | 325 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 5.7% | 9.2% |
| Students per teacher | 8.6 | 9.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 64% | 70% |
| city | Ramsey | Ramsey |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (92.5 vs 91.6).
- •John Y Dater Elementary School does better on math proficiency (70% vs 64%).
- •Eric S. Smith Middle School does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 79%).
- •Eric S. Smith Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.7% vs 9.2%).
- •Eric S. Smith Middle School does better on students per teacher (8.6 vs 9.6).
- •Eric S. Smith Middle School is the larger school with 613 students compared with 325.
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 Eric S. Smith Middle School better than John Y Dater Elementary 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 Eric S. Smith Middle School and John Y Dater Elementary School?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Ramsey and Ramsey in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eric S. Smith Middle School: 613. John Y Dater Elementary School: 325. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eric S. Smith Middle School and John Y Dater Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
Eric S. Smith Middle School is 50th of 440 and John Y Dater Elementary School is 131st of 1,479 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).