Eric S. Smith Middle School vs Joyce Kilmer School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 2.7 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
Joyce Kilmer School
Mahwah · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
394 students
| Measure | Eric S. Smith Middle School Ramsey, New Jersey | Joyce Kilmer School Mahwah, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 93 Top 5% |
| State rank | #50 of 440 | #93 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #145 of 15,369 | #301 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 4–5 |
| Students | 613 | 394 |
| Enrollment | 613 | 394 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 5.7% | 12.2% |
| Students per teacher | 8.6 | 10.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 64% | 77% |
| city | Ramsey | Mahwah |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (92.5 vs 92.9).
- •Joyce Kilmer School does better on math proficiency (77% 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 12.2%).
- •Eric S. Smith Middle School does better on students per teacher (8.6 vs 10.4).
- •Eric S. Smith Middle School is the larger school with 613 students compared with 394.
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 Joyce Kilmer 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 Joyce Kilmer School?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Ramsey and Mahwah in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eric S. Smith Middle School: 613. Joyce Kilmer School: 394. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eric S. Smith Middle School and Joyce Kilmer School rank in New Jersey?
Eric S. Smith Middle School is 50th of 440 and Joyce Kilmer School is 93rd of 1,479 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).