John L. Costley Middle School vs Lopatcong Township Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Jersey, United States, 81 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John L. Costley Middle School
East Orange · Public middle · Grades 6–8
334 students
Lopatcong Township Middle School
Phillipsburg · Public middle · Grades 5–8
335 students
| Measure | John L. Costley Middle School East Orange, New Jersey | Lopatcong Township Middle School Phillipsburg, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #382 of 440 | #198 of 440 |
| National rank | #10215 of 15,369 | #2286 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 334 | 335 |
| Enrollment | 334 | 335 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 9.9% | 16.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 7% | 50% |
| city | East Orange | Phillipsburg |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lopatcong Township Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.4 vs 38.3).
- •Lopatcong Township Middle School does better on math proficiency (50% vs 7%).
- •Lopatcong Township Middle School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 29%).
- •John L. Costley Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (9.9% vs 16.7%).
- •Lopatcong Township Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 13.9).
- •Lopatcong Township Middle School is the larger school with 335 students compared with 334.
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 L. Costley Middle School better than Lopatcong Township Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Lopatcong Township Middle School ranks higher (75.4 vs 38.3 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 L. Costley Middle School and Lopatcong Township Middle School?
About 81 km in a straight line, between East Orange and Phillipsburg in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John L. Costley Middle School: 334. Lopatcong Township Middle School: 335. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John L. Costley Middle School and Lopatcong Township Middle School rank in New Jersey?
John L. Costley Middle School is 382nd of 440 and Lopatcong Township Middle School is 198th of 440 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).