Franklin Middle School at Sampson G. Smith Campus vs Lawrence Intermediate School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Jersey, United States, 31 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franklin Middle School at Sampson G. Smith Campus
Somerset · Public middle · Grades 6–8
787 students
Lawrence Intermediate School
Lawrenceville · Public middle · Grades 4–6
775 students
| Measure | Franklin Middle School at Sampson G. Smith Campus Somerset, New Jersey | Lawrence Intermediate School Lawrenceville, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #296 of 440 | #276 of 440 |
| National rank | #5832 of 15,369 | #4967 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 4–6 |
| Students | 787 | 775 |
| Enrollment | 787 | 775 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.8% | 38.2% |
| Students per teacher | 10.1 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 43% |
| city | Somerset | Lawrenceville |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lawrence Intermediate School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.3 vs 58.3).
- •Lawrence Intermediate School does better on math proficiency (43% vs 40%).
- •Franklin Middle School at Sampson G. Smith Campus does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 49%).
- •Lawrence Intermediate School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.2% vs 55.8%).
- •Franklin Middle School at Sampson G. Smith Campus does better on students per teacher (10.1 vs 10.5).
- •Franklin Middle School at Sampson G. Smith Campus is the larger school with 787 students compared with 775.
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 Sampson G. Smith Campus better than Lawrence Intermediate School?
On the Success Index (US), Lawrence Intermediate School ranks higher (62.3 vs 58.3 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 Sampson G. Smith Campus and Lawrence Intermediate School?
About 31 km in a straight line, between Somerset and Lawrenceville in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin Middle School at Sampson G. Smith Campus: 787. Lawrence Intermediate School: 775. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin Middle School at Sampson G. Smith Campus and Lawrence Intermediate School rank in New Jersey?
Franklin Middle School at Sampson G. Smith Campus is 296th of 440 and Lawrence Intermediate School is 276th of 440 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).