Hillside Innovation Academy vs Walter O. Krumbiegel Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hillside Innovation Academy
Hillside · Public middle · Grades 7–8
97 students
Walter O. Krumbiegel Middle School
Hillside · Public middle · Grades 7–8
323 students
| Measure | Hillside Innovation Academy Hillside, New Jersey | Walter O. Krumbiegel Middle School Hillside, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #374 of 440 | #375 of 440 |
| National rank | #9890 of 15,369 | #9900 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 97 | 323 |
| Enrollment | 97 | 323 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67% | 73.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 10.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 49% |
| Math proficiency | – | 19% |
| city | Hillside | Hillside |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (39.7 vs 39.7).
- •Hillside Innovation Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67% vs 73.1%).
- •Walter O. Krumbiegel Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 16.2).
- •Walter O. Krumbiegel Middle School is the larger school with 323 students compared with 97.
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 Hillside Innovation Academy better than Walter O. Krumbiegel 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 Hillside Innovation Academy and Walter O. Krumbiegel Middle School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Hillside and Hillside in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hillside Innovation Academy: 97. Walter O. Krumbiegel Middle School: 323. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hillside Innovation Academy and Walter O. Krumbiegel Middle School rank in New Jersey?
Hillside Innovation Academy is 374th of 440 and Walter O. Krumbiegel Middle School is 375th of 440 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).