J. Mason Tomlin Elementary School vs West Essex Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Jersey, United States, 143 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
J. Mason Tomlin Elementary School
Mantua · Public middle · Grades 4–6
558 students
West Essex Middle School
North Caldwell · Public middle · Grades 7–8
558 students
| Measure | J. Mason Tomlin Elementary School Mantua, New Jersey | West Essex Middle School North Caldwell, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 10% | 92 Top 5% |
| State rank | #161 of 440 | #55 of 440 |
| National rank | #1441 of 15,369 | #158 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 558 | 558 |
| Enrollment | 558 | 558 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 21.3% | 4.8% |
| Students per teacher | 10.5 | 9.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 65% |
| city | Mantua | North Caldwell |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Essex Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (92.2 vs 80.3).
- •West Essex Middle School does better on math proficiency (65% vs 50%).
- •West Essex Middle School does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 70%).
- •West Essex Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (4.8% vs 21.3%).
- •West Essex Middle School does better on students per teacher (9.5 vs 10.5).
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 J. Mason Tomlin Elementary School better than West Essex Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), West Essex Middle School ranks higher (92.2 vs 80.3 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 J. Mason Tomlin Elementary School and West Essex Middle School?
About 143 km in a straight line, between Mantua and North Caldwell in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
J. Mason Tomlin Elementary School: 558. West Essex Middle School: 558. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J. Mason Tomlin Elementary School and West Essex Middle School rank in New Jersey?
J. Mason Tomlin Elementary School is 161st of 440 and West Essex Middle School is 55th of 440 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).