Montgomery Lower Middle School vs Orchard Hill Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 721 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Montgomery Lower Middle School
Skillman · Public middle · Grades 5–6
680 students
Orchard Hill Elementary School
Skillman · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
755 students
| Measure | Montgomery Lower Middle School Skillman, New Jersey | Orchard Hill Elementary School Skillman, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 96 Top 5% | 96 Top 5% |
| State rank | #17 of 440 | #14 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #35 of 15,369 | #52 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 680 | 755 |
| Enrollment | 680 | 755 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 7.2% | 7.8% |
| Students per teacher | 9.2 | 10.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | – |
| Math proficiency | 76% | – |
| city | Skillman | Skillman |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (95.6 vs 96.0).
- •Montgomery Lower Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (7.2% vs 7.8%).
- •Montgomery Lower Middle School does better on students per teacher (9.2 vs 10.2).
- •Orchard Hill Elementary School is the larger school with 755 students compared with 680.
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 Montgomery Lower Middle School better than Orchard Hill Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Montgomery Lower Middle School and Orchard Hill Elementary School?
About 721 m in a straight line, between Skillman and Skillman in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Montgomery Lower Middle School: 680. Orchard Hill Elementary School: 755. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Montgomery Lower Middle School and Orchard Hill Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
Montgomery Lower Middle School is 17th of 440 and Orchard Hill Elementary School is 14th of 1,479 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).