Maxson Middle School vs Pinnacle Academy High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 833 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Maxson Middle School
Plainfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
721 students
Pinnacle Academy High School
Plainfield · Public high · Grades 9–12
67 students
| Measure | Maxson Middle School Plainfield, New Jersey | Pinnacle Academy High School Plainfield, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #419 of 440 | #278 of 357 |
| National rank | #12692 of 15,369 | #13031 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 721 | 67 |
| Enrollment | 721 | 67 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.7% | 74.6% |
| Students per teacher | 9.2 | 22.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | – |
| Math proficiency | 12% | – |
| city | Plainfield | Plainfield |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pinnacle Academy High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.4 vs 25.9).
- •Pinnacle Academy High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.6% vs 76.7%).
- •Maxson Middle School does better on students per teacher (9.2 vs 22.3).
- •Maxson Middle School is the larger school with 721 students compared with 67.
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 Maxson Middle School better than Pinnacle Academy High School?
On the Success Index (US), Pinnacle Academy High School ranks higher (31.4 vs 25.9 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 Maxson Middle School and Pinnacle Academy High School?
About 833 m in a straight line, between Plainfield and Plainfield in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Maxson Middle School: 721. Pinnacle Academy High School: 67. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Maxson Middle School and Pinnacle Academy High School rank in New Jersey?
Maxson Middle School is 419th of 440 and Pinnacle Academy High School is 278th of 357 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).