Eugene A. Tighe Middle School vs William H. Ross III School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 254 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eugene A. Tighe Middle School
Margate · Public middle · Grades 5–8
140 students
William H. Ross III School
Margate · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
186 students
| Measure | Eugene A. Tighe Middle School Margate, New Jersey | William H. Ross III School Margate, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 93 Top 5% |
| State rank | #40 of 440 | #82 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #118 of 15,369 | #268 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 140 | 186 |
| Enrollment | 140 | 186 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 7.1% | 7% |
| Students per teacher | 7.4 | 7.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 77% |
| city | Margate | Margate |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (93.1 vs 93.2).
- •William H. Ross III School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (7% vs 7.1%).
- •William H. Ross III School does better on students per teacher (7.2 vs 7.4).
- •William H. Ross III School is the larger school with 186 students compared with 140.
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 Eugene A. Tighe Middle School better than William H. Ross III 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 Eugene A. Tighe Middle School and William H. Ross III School?
About 254 m in a straight line, between Margate and Margate in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eugene A. Tighe Middle School: 140. William H. Ross III School: 186. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eugene A. Tighe Middle School and William H. Ross III School rank in New Jersey?
Eugene A. Tighe Middle School is 40th of 440 and William H. Ross III School is 82nd of 1,479 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).