Joseph R. Bolger Middle School vs Thorne Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Jersey, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Joseph R. Bolger Middle School
Keansburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
318 students
Thorne Middle School
Port Monmouth · Public middle · Grades 6–8
597 students
| Measure | Joseph R. Bolger Middle School Keansburg, New Jersey | Thorne Middle School Port Monmouth, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #418 of 440 | #191 of 440 |
| National rank | #12512 of 15,369 | #2027 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 318 | 597 |
| Enrollment | 318 | 597 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.4% | 24.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 9.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 46% |
| city | Keansburg | Port Monmouth |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thorne Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.9 vs 26.9).
- •Thorne Middle School does better on math proficiency (46% vs 17%).
- •Thorne Middle School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 33%).
- •Thorne Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.8% vs 76.4%).
- •Thorne Middle School does better on students per teacher (9.8 vs 12.7).
- •Thorne Middle School is the larger school with 597 students compared with 318.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Joseph R. Bolger Middle School better than Thorne Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Thorne Middle School ranks higher (76.9 vs 26.9 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 Joseph R. Bolger Middle School and Thorne Middle School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Keansburg and Port Monmouth in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joseph R. Bolger Middle School: 318. Thorne Middle School: 597. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joseph R. Bolger Middle School and Thorne Middle School rank in New Jersey?
Joseph R. Bolger Middle School is 418th of 440 and Thorne Middle School is 191st of 440 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).