George Washington Middle School vs Orchard Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 751 m 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
Orchard Elementary School
Ridgewood · Public elementary · Grades K–5
348 students
| Measure | George Washington Middle School Ridgewood, New Jersey | Orchard Elementary School Ridgewood, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 94 Top 5% |
| State rank | #36 of 440 | #53 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #109 of 15,369 | #182 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 644 | 348 |
| Enrollment | 644 | 348 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 1.9% | 5.2% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 74% | 82% |
| city | Ridgewood | Ridgewood |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (93.2 vs 94.0).
- •Orchard Elementary School does better on math proficiency (82% vs 74%).
- •Orchard Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 83%).
- •George Washington Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (1.9% vs 5.2%).
- •George Washington Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 12.4).
- •George Washington Middle School is the larger school with 644 students compared with 348.
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 Orchard Elementary 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 Washington Middle School and Orchard Elementary School?
About 751 m in a straight line, between Ridgewood and Ridgewood in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Washington Middle School: 644. Orchard Elementary School: 348. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Washington Middle School and Orchard Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
George Washington Middle School is 36th of 440 and Orchard Elementary School is 53rd of 1,479 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).