International High School vs School 3
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 630 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
International High School
Paterson · Public high · Grades 9–12
650 students
School 3
Paterson · Public elementary · Grades K–8
167 students
| Measure | International High School Paterson, New Jersey | School 3 Paterson, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #301 of 357 | #1403 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #14241 of 16,910 | #42848 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 650 | 167 |
| Enrollment | 650 | 167 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.6% | 95.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 9.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 7% | 21% |
| city | Paterson | Paterson |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •International High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.7 vs 23.2).
- •School 3 does better on math proficiency (21% vs 7%).
- •International High School does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 32%).
- •International High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.6% vs 95.2%).
- •School 3 does better on students per teacher (9.3 vs 12.5).
- •International High School is the larger school with 650 students compared with 167.
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 International High School better than School 3?
On the Success Index (US), International High School ranks higher (25.7 vs 23.2 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 International High School and School 3?
About 630 m in a straight line, between Paterson and Paterson in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
International High School: 650. School 3: 167. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do International High School and School 3 rank in New Jersey?
International High School is 301st of 357 and School 3 is 1403rd of 1,479 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).