James Caldwell High School vs West Deptford High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Jersey, United States, 132 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Caldwell High School
West Caldwell · Public high · Grades 9–12
749 students
West Deptford High School
West Deptford · Public high · Grades 9–12
750 students
| Measure | James Caldwell High School West Caldwell, New Jersey | West Deptford High School West Deptford, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #74 of 357 | #145 of 357 |
| National rank | #1983 of 16,910 | #5861 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 749 | 750 |
| Enrollment | 749 | 750 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 11.5% | 33.3% |
| Students per teacher | 10.0 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 29% |
| city | West Caldwell | West Deptford |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Caldwell High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.8 vs 59.8).
- •James Caldwell High School does better on math proficiency (39% vs 29%).
- •James Caldwell High School does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 62%).
- •James Caldwell High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.5% vs 33.3%).
- •James Caldwell High School does better on students per teacher (10.0 vs 11.0).
- •West Deptford High School is the larger school with 750 students compared with 749.
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 James Caldwell High School better than West Deptford High School?
On the Success Index (US), James Caldwell High School ranks higher (75.8 vs 59.8 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 James Caldwell High School and West Deptford High School?
About 132 km in a straight line, between West Caldwell and West Deptford in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Caldwell High School: 749. West Deptford High School: 750. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Caldwell High School and West Deptford High School rank in New Jersey?
James Caldwell High School is 74th of 357 and West Deptford High School is 145th of 357 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).