James J Ferris High School vs William L Dickinson High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Jersey, United States, 924 m 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
William L Dickinson High School
Jersey City · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,786 students
| Measure | James J Ferris High School Jersey City, New Jersey | William L Dickinson High School Jersey City, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #336 of 357 | #317 of 357 |
| National rank | #15461 of 16,910 | #14720 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,364 | 1,786 |
| Enrollment | 1,364 | 1,786 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.1% | 76.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 4% | 10% |
| city | Jersey City | Jersey City |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •William L Dickinson High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.3 vs 18.9).
- •William L Dickinson High School does better on math proficiency (10% vs 4%).
- •William L Dickinson High School does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 23%).
- •James J Ferris High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.1% vs 76.6%).
- •William L Dickinson High School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 13.8).
- •William L Dickinson High School is the larger school with 1,786 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 William L Dickinson High School?
On the Success Index (US), William L Dickinson High School ranks higher (23.3 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 William L Dickinson High School?
About 924 m in a straight line, between Jersey City and Jersey City in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James J Ferris High School: 1,364. William L Dickinson High School: 1,786. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James J Ferris High School and William L Dickinson High School rank in New Jersey?
James J Ferris High School is 336th of 357 and William L Dickinson High School is 317th of 357 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).