Parsons vs Pathways Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Parsons
North Brunswick · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
566 students
Pathways Middle School
New Brunswick · Public middle · Grades 6–8
262 students
| Measure | Parsons North Brunswick, New Jersey | Pathways Middle School New Brunswick, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1194 of 1,479 | #440 of 440 |
| National rank | #32357 of 50,301 | #14818 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 566 | 262 |
| Enrollment | 566 | 262 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.5% | 93.5% |
| Students per teacher | 9.1 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | – |
| Math proficiency | 35% | – |
| city | North Brunswick | New Brunswick |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Parsons scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.4 vs 12.9).
- •Parsons does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.5% vs 93.5%).
- •Parsons is the larger school with 566 students compared with 262.
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 Parsons better than Pathways Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Parsons ranks higher (39.4 vs 12.9 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 Parsons and Pathways Middle School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between North Brunswick and New Brunswick in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Parsons: 566. Pathways Middle School: 262. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Parsons and Pathways Middle School rank in New Jersey?
Parsons is 1194th of 1,479 and Pathways Middle School is 440th of 440 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).