James Madison Intermediate School vs John P. Stevens High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 875 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Madison Intermediate School
Edison · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
586 students
John P. Stevens High School
Edison · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,687 students
| Measure | James Madison Intermediate School Edison, New Jersey | John P. Stevens High School Edison, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 5% | 83 Top 5% |
| State rank | #339 of 1,479 | #44 of 357 |
| National rank | #2360 of 50,301 | #851 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 586 | 2,687 |
| Enrollment | 586 | 2,687 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 14.2% | 16% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 89% |
| Math proficiency | 80% | 71% |
| city | Edison | Edison |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Madison Intermediate School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.2 vs 83.1).
- •James Madison Intermediate School does better on math proficiency (80% vs 71%).
- •John P. Stevens High School does better on reading proficiency (89% vs 79%).
- •James Madison Intermediate School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.2% vs 16%).
- •James Madison Intermediate School does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 16.1).
- •John P. Stevens High School is the larger school with 2,687 students compared with 586.
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 Madison Intermediate School better than John P. Stevens High School?
On the Success Index (US), James Madison Intermediate School ranks higher (85.2 vs 83.1 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 Madison Intermediate School and John P. Stevens High School?
About 875 m in a straight line, between Edison and Edison in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Madison Intermediate School: 586. John P. Stevens High School: 2,687. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Madison Intermediate School and John P. Stevens High School rank in New Jersey?
James Madison Intermediate School is 339th of 1,479 and John P. Stevens High School is 44th of 357 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).