Memorial High School vs West New York Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 132 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Memorial High School
West New York · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,345 students
West New York Middle School
West New York · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,087 students
| Measure | Memorial High School West New York, New Jersey | West New York Middle School West New York, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #326 of 357 | #393 of 440 |
| National rank | #15093 of 16,910 | #10831 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 2,345 | 1,087 |
| Enrollment | 2,345 | 1,087 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.4% | 91.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 34% |
| city | West New York | West New York |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West New York Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.2 vs 21.1).
- •West New York Middle School does better on math proficiency (34% vs 14%).
- •West New York Middle School does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 35%).
- •Memorial High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.4% vs 91.4%).
- •Memorial High School does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 16.0).
- •Memorial High School is the larger school with 2,345 students compared with 1,087.
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 Memorial High School better than West New York Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), West New York Middle School ranks higher (35.2 vs 21.1 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 Memorial High School and West New York Middle School?
About 132 m in a straight line, between West New York and West New York in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Memorial High School: 2,345. West New York Middle School: 1,087. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Memorial High School and West New York Middle School rank in New Jersey?
Memorial High School is 326th of 357 and West New York Middle School is 393rd of 440 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).