Eric S. Smith Middle School vs Ramapo Ridge
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Jersey, United States, 2.3 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
Ramapo Ridge
Mahwah · Public middle · Grades 6–8
642 students
| Measure | Eric S. Smith Middle School Ramsey, New Jersey | Ramapo Ridge Mahwah, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 90 Top 5% |
| State rank | #50 of 440 | #77 of 440 |
| National rank | #145 of 15,369 | #284 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 613 | 642 |
| Enrollment | 613 | 642 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 5.7% | 14% |
| Students per teacher | 8.6 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 64% | 63% |
| city | Ramsey | Mahwah |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Eric S. Smith Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (92.5 vs 90.1).
- •Eric S. Smith Middle School does better on math proficiency (64% vs 63%).
- •Eric S. Smith Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.7% vs 14%).
- •Eric S. Smith Middle School does better on students per teacher (8.6 vs 10.5).
- •Ramapo Ridge is the larger school with 642 students compared with 613.
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 Ramapo Ridge?
On the Success Index (US), Eric S. Smith Middle School ranks higher (92.5 vs 90.1 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 Eric S. Smith Middle School and Ramapo Ridge?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Ramsey and Mahwah in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eric S. Smith Middle School: 613. Ramapo Ridge: 642. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eric S. Smith Middle School and Ramapo Ridge rank in New Jersey?
Eric S. Smith Middle School is 50th of 440 and Ramapo Ridge is 77th of 440 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).