Franklin Middle School at Hamilton Street Campus vs Pathways Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franklin Middle School at Hamilton Street Campus
Somerset · Public middle · Grades 6–8
592 students
Pathways Middle School
New Brunswick · Public middle · Grades 6–8
262 students
| Measure | Franklin Middle School at Hamilton Street Campus Somerset, New Jersey | Pathways Middle School New Brunswick, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #335 of 440 | #440 of 440 |
| National rank | #8057 of 15,369 | #14818 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 592 | 262 |
| Enrollment | 592 | 262 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.6% | 93.5% |
| Students per teacher | 8.6 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | – |
| Math proficiency | 29% | – |
| city | Somerset | New Brunswick |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Franklin Middle School at Hamilton Street Campus scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.1 vs 12.9).
- •Franklin Middle School at Hamilton Street Campus does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.6% vs 93.5%).
- •Franklin Middle School at Hamilton Street Campus is the larger school with 592 students compared with 262.
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 Franklin Middle School at Hamilton Street Campus better than Pathways Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Franklin Middle School at Hamilton Street Campus ranks higher (48.1 vs 12.9 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 Franklin Middle School at Hamilton Street Campus and Pathways Middle School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Somerset and New Brunswick in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin Middle School at Hamilton Street Campus: 592. Pathways Middle School: 262. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin Middle School at Hamilton Street Campus and Pathways Middle School rank in New Jersey?
Franklin Middle School at Hamilton Street Campus is 335th of 440 and Pathways Middle School is 440th of 440 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).