James J Ferris High School vs Orange High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Jersey, United States, 16 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James J Ferris High School
Jersey City · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,364 students
Orange High School
Orange · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,368 students
| Measure | James J Ferris High School Jersey City, New Jersey | Orange High School Orange, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #336 of 357 | #321 of 357 |
| National rank | #15461 of 16,910 | #14916 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,364 | 1,368 |
| Enrollment | 1,364 | 1,368 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.1% | 64.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 4% | 14% |
| city | Jersey City | Orange |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Orange High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.2 vs 18.9).
- •Orange High School does better on math proficiency (14% vs 4%).
- •Orange High School does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 23%).
- •Orange High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.8% vs 72.1%).
- •James J Ferris High School does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 16.1).
- •Orange High School is the larger school with 1,368 students compared with 1,364.
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 J Ferris High School better than Orange High School?
On the Success Index (US), Orange High School ranks higher (22.2 vs 18.9 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 J Ferris High School and Orange High School?
About 16 km in a straight line, between Jersey City and Orange in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James J Ferris High School: 1,364. Orange High School: 1,368. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James J Ferris High School and Orange High School rank in New Jersey?
James J Ferris High School is 336th of 357 and Orange High School is 321st of 357 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).