Eric S. Smith Middle School vs Ramsey High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.8 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
Ramsey High School
Ramsey · Public high · Grades 9–12
739 students
| Measure | Eric S. Smith Middle School Ramsey, New Jersey | Ramsey High School Ramsey, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 84 Top 5% |
| State rank | #50 of 440 | #37 of 357 |
| National rank | #145 of 15,369 | #705 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 613 | 739 |
| Enrollment | 613 | 739 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 5.7% | 5.1% |
| Students per teacher | 8.6 | 9.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 64% | 50% |
| city | Ramsey | Ramsey |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Eric S. Smith Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (92.5 vs 84.4).
- •Eric S. Smith Middle School does better on math proficiency (64% vs 50%).
- •Ramsey High School does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 80%).
- •Ramsey High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.1% vs 5.7%).
- •Eric S. Smith Middle School does better on students per teacher (8.6 vs 9.6).
- •Ramsey High School is the larger school with 739 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 Ramsey High School?
On the Success Index (US), Eric S. Smith Middle School ranks higher (92.5 vs 84.4 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 Ramsey High School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Ramsey and Ramsey in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eric S. Smith Middle School: 613. Ramsey High School: 739. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eric S. Smith Middle School and Ramsey High School rank in New Jersey?
Eric S. Smith Middle School is 50th of 440 and Ramsey High School is 37th of 357 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).