North Plainfield Middle School vs Somerset School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Jersey, United States, 806 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Plainfield Middle School
North Plainfield · Public middle · Grades 7–8
538 students
Somerset School
North Plainfield · Public middle · Grades 5–6
485 students
| Measure | North Plainfield Middle School North Plainfield, New Jersey | Somerset School North Plainfield, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #398 of 440 | #401 of 440 |
| National rank | #11054 of 15,369 | #11242 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 5–6 |
| Students | 538 | 485 |
| Enrollment | 538 | 485 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.6% | 82.1% |
| Students per teacher | 10.3 | 9.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 23% |
| city | North Plainfield | North Plainfield |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (34.1 vs 33.3).
- •Somerset School does better on math proficiency (23% vs 17%).
- •North Plainfield Middle School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •North Plainfield Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.6% vs 82.1%).
- •Somerset School does better on students per teacher (9.5 vs 10.3).
- •North Plainfield Middle School is the larger school with 538 students compared with 485.
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 Plainfield Middle School better than Somerset 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 North Plainfield Middle School and Somerset School?
About 806 m in a straight line, between North Plainfield and North Plainfield in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Plainfield Middle School: 538. Somerset School: 485. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Plainfield Middle School and Somerset School rank in New Jersey?
North Plainfield Middle School is 398th of 440 and Somerset School is 401st of 440 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).