Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School vs Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Jersey, United States, 108 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School
Trenton · Public middle · Grades 4–6
546 students
Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School
Trenton · Public middle · Grades 4–6
329 students
| Measure | Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School Trenton, New Jersey | Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School Trenton, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #408 of 440 | #338 of 440 |
| National rank | #11621 of 15,369 | #8157 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–6 | Grades 4–6 |
| Students | 546 | 329 |
| Enrollment | 546 | 329 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.2% | 78.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Trenton | Trenton |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.7 vs 31.5).
- •Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.4% vs 82.2%).
- •Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 15.2).
- •Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School is the larger school with 546 students compared with 329.
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 Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School better than Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School ranks higher (47.7 vs 31.5 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 Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School and Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School?
About 108 m in a straight line, between Trenton and Trenton in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School: 546. Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School: 329. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School and Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School rank in New Jersey?
Joyce Kilmer Intermediate School is 408th of 440 and Thomas Jefferson Intermediate School is 338th of 440 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).