Joseph E. Soehl Middle School vs Myles J. McManus MIddle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Joseph E. Soehl Middle School
Linden · Public middle · Grades 6–8
710 students
Myles J. McManus MIddle School
Linden · Public middle · Grades 6–8
711 students
| Measure | Joseph E. Soehl Middle School Linden, New Jersey | Myles J. McManus MIddle School Linden, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #391 of 440 | #395 of 440 |
| National rank | #10821 of 15,369 | #10861 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 710 | 711 |
| Enrollment | 710 | 711 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.2% | 67.5% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 23% |
| city | Linden | Linden |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (35.2 vs 35.0).
- •Myles J. McManus MIddle School does better on math proficiency (23% vs 21%).
- •Joseph E. Soehl Middle School does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 39%).
- •Myles J. McManus MIddle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.5% vs 75.2%).
- •Joseph E. Soehl Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 12.1).
- •Myles J. McManus MIddle School is the larger school with 711 students compared with 710.
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 Joseph E. Soehl Middle School better than Myles J. McManus MIddle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Joseph E. Soehl Middle School and Myles J. McManus MIddle School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Linden and Linden in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joseph E. Soehl Middle School: 710. Myles J. McManus MIddle School: 711. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joseph E. Soehl Middle School and Myles J. McManus MIddle School rank in New Jersey?
Joseph E. Soehl Middle School is 391st of 440 and Myles J. McManus MIddle School is 395th of 440 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).