John Fenwick Academy vs Salem Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 353 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John Fenwick Academy
Salem · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
387 students
Salem Middle School
Salem · Public middle · Grades 3–8
472 students
| Measure | John Fenwick Academy Salem, New Jersey | Salem Middle School Salem, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1250 of 1,479 | #439 of 440 |
| National rank | #34826 of 50,301 | #14736 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 3–8 |
| Students | 387 | 472 |
| Enrollment | 387 | 472 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.3% | 80.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 17% |
| Math proficiency | – | 5% |
| city | Salem | Salem |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John Fenwick Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.7 vs 13.7).
- •John Fenwick Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.3% vs 80.1%).
- •Salem Middle School does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 16.8).
- •Salem Middle School is the larger school with 472 students compared with 387.
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 John Fenwick Academy better than Salem Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), John Fenwick Academy ranks higher (35.7 vs 13.7 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 John Fenwick Academy and Salem Middle School?
About 353 m in a straight line, between Salem and Salem in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Fenwick Academy: 387. Salem Middle School: 472. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Fenwick Academy and Salem Middle School rank in New Jersey?
John Fenwick Academy is 1250th of 1,479 and Salem Middle School is 439th of 440 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).