Lakeside Middle School vs Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Jersey, United States, 4.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lakeside Middle School
Millville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
929 students
Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School
Vineland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
620 students
| Measure | Lakeside Middle School Millville, New Jersey | Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School Vineland, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #420 of 440 | #388 of 440 |
| National rank | #12731 of 15,369 | #10674 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 929 | 620 |
| Enrollment | 929 | 620 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.2% | 53.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 33% |
| city | Millville | Vineland |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.9 vs 25.7).
- •Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School does better on math proficiency (33% vs 17%).
- •Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 28%).
- •Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.4% vs 79.2%).
- •Lakeside Middle School is the larger school with 929 students compared with 620.
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 Lakeside Middle School better than Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School ranks higher (35.9 vs 25.7 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 Lakeside Middle School and Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School?
About 4.2 km in a straight line, between Millville and Vineland in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lakeside Middle School: 929. Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School: 620. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lakeside Middle School and Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School rank in New Jersey?
Lakeside Middle School is 420th of 440 and Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School is 388th of 440 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).