George B. Fine Elementary School vs Howard M. Phifer Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 868 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George B. Fine Elementary School
Pennsauken · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
245 students
Howard M. Phifer Middle School
Pennsauken · Public middle · Grades 6–8
988 students
| Measure | George B. Fine Elementary School Pennsauken, New Jersey | Howard M. Phifer Middle School Pennsauken, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1290 of 1,479 | #405 of 440 |
| National rank | #37151 of 50,301 | #11494 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–3 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 245 | 988 |
| Enrollment | 245 | 988 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.2% | 81.4% |
| Students per teacher | 8.2 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 34.5% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 24.5% | 27% |
| city | Pennsauken | Pennsauken |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (32.1 vs 32.1).
- •Howard M. Phifer Middle School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 24.5%).
- •Howard M. Phifer Middle School does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 34.5%).
- •George B. Fine Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.2% vs 81.4%).
- •George B. Fine Elementary School does better on students per teacher (8.2 vs 12.0).
- •Howard M. Phifer Middle School is the larger school with 988 students compared with 245.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is George B. Fine Elementary School better than Howard M. Phifer Middle 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 George B. Fine Elementary School and Howard M. Phifer Middle School?
About 868 m in a straight line, between Pennsauken and Pennsauken in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George B. Fine Elementary School: 245. Howard M. Phifer Middle School: 988. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George B. Fine Elementary School and Howard M. Phifer Middle School rank in New Jersey?
George B. Fine Elementary School is 1290th of 1,479 and Howard M. Phifer Middle School is 405th of 440 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).