North Arlington High School vs Penns Grove High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Jersey, United States, 164 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Arlington High School
North Arlington · Public high · Grades 9–12
634 students
Penns Grove High School
Carneys Point · Public high · Grades 9–12
632 students
| Measure | North Arlington High School North Arlington, New Jersey | Penns Grove High School Carneys Point, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #226 of 357 | #300 of 357 |
| National rank | #9866 of 16,910 | #14170 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 634 | 632 |
| Enrollment | 634 | 632 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 36.3% | 69.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 13% |
| city | North Arlington | Carneys Point |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Arlington High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.3 vs 26.1).
- •North Arlington High School does better on math proficiency (23% vs 13%).
- •North Arlington High School does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 33%).
- •North Arlington High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.3% vs 69.5%).
- •Penns Grove High School does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 13.8).
- •North Arlington High School is the larger school with 634 students compared with 632.
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 North Arlington High School better than Penns Grove High School?
On the Success Index (US), North Arlington High School ranks higher (44.3 vs 26.1 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 North Arlington High School and Penns Grove High School?
About 164 km in a straight line, between North Arlington and Carneys Point in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Arlington High School: 634. Penns Grove High School: 632. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Arlington High School and Penns Grove High School rank in New Jersey?
North Arlington High School is 226th of 357 and Penns Grove High School is 300th of 357 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).