Linwood School vs Pathways Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Linwood School
North Brunswick · Public middle · Grades 5–6
761 students
Pathways Middle School
New Brunswick · Public middle · Grades 6–8
262 students
| Measure | Linwood School North Brunswick, New Jersey | Pathways Middle School New Brunswick, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #311 of 440 | #440 of 440 |
| National rank | #6567 of 15,369 | #14818 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 761 | 262 |
| Enrollment | 761 | 262 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.7% | 93.5% |
| Students per teacher | 9.1 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | – |
| Math proficiency | 35% | – |
| city | North Brunswick | New Brunswick |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Linwood School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.0 vs 12.9).
- •Linwood School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.7% vs 93.5%).
- •Linwood School is the larger school with 761 students compared with 262.
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 Linwood School better than Pathways Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Linwood School ranks higher (55.0 vs 12.9 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 Linwood School and Pathways Middle School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between North Brunswick and New Brunswick in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Linwood School: 761. Pathways Middle School: 262. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Linwood School and Pathways Middle School rank in New Jersey?
Linwood School is 311th of 440 and Pathways Middle School is 440th of 440 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).