Jonathan Dayton High School vs Washington School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jonathan Dayton High School
Springfield · Public high · Grades 9–12
654 students
Washington School
Millburn · Public middle · Grades 5–5
363 students
| Measure | Jonathan Dayton High School Springfield, New Jersey | Washington School Millburn, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 98 Top 5% |
| State rank | #157 of 357 | #5 of 440 |
| National rank | #6335 of 16,910 | #7 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 5–5 |
| Students | 654 | 363 |
| Enrollment | 654 | 363 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 19.7% | 2.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 92% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 87% |
| city | Springfield | Millburn |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (97.5 vs 57.9).
- •Washington School does better on math proficiency (87% vs 23%).
- •Washington School does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 64%).
- •Washington School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (2.2% vs 19.7%).
- •Washington School does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 13.9).
- •Jonathan Dayton High School is the larger school with 654 students compared with 363.
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 Jonathan Dayton High School better than Washington School?
On the Success Index (US), Washington School ranks higher (97.5 vs 57.9 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 Jonathan Dayton High School and Washington School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Millburn in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jonathan Dayton High School: 654. Washington School: 363. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jonathan Dayton High School and Washington School rank in New Jersey?
Jonathan Dayton High School is 157th of 357 and Washington School is 5th of 440 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).