George Washington Middle School vs Highland Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Washington Middle School
Ridgewood · Public middle · Grades 6–8
644 students
Highland Elementary School
Midland Park · Public elementary · Grades 3–6
306 students
| Measure | George Washington Middle School Ridgewood, New Jersey | Highland Elementary School Midland Park, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #36 of 440 | #261 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #109 of 15,369 | #1468 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 3–6 |
| Students | 644 | 306 |
| Enrollment | 644 | 306 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 1.9% | 7.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 9.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 74% | 63% |
| city | Ridgewood | Midland Park |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George Washington Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (93.2 vs 87.5).
- •George Washington Middle School does better on math proficiency (74% vs 63%).
- •George Washington Middle School does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 73%).
- •George Washington Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (1.9% vs 7.8%).
- •Highland Elementary School does better on students per teacher (9.9 vs 11.9).
- •George Washington Middle School is the larger school with 644 students compared with 306.
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 George Washington Middle School better than Highland Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), George Washington Middle School ranks higher (93.2 vs 87.5 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 George Washington Middle School and Highland Elementary School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Ridgewood and Midland Park in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Washington Middle School: 644. Highland Elementary School: 306. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Washington Middle School and Highland Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
George Washington Middle School is 36th of 440 and Highland Elementary School is 261st of 1,479 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).