Public School Number Five vs West New York Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 193 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Public School Number Five
West New York · Public elementary · Grades K–6
570 students
West New York Middle School
West New York · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,087 students
| Measure | Public School Number Five West New York, New Jersey | West New York Middle School West New York, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1355 of 1,479 | #393 of 440 |
| National rank | #40538 of 50,301 | #10831 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 570 | 1,087 |
| Enrollment | 570 | 1,087 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.2% | 91.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 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 26.8).
- •West New York Middle School does better on math proficiency (34% vs 31%).
- •West New York Middle School does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 37%).
- •West New York Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.4% vs 94.2%).
- •Public School Number Five does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 16.0).
- •West New York Middle School is the larger school with 1,087 students compared with 570.
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 Public School Number Five better than West New York Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), West New York Middle School ranks higher (35.2 vs 26.8 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 Public School Number Five and West New York Middle School?
About 193 m in a straight line, between West New York and West New York in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Public School Number Five: 570. West New York Middle School: 1,087. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Public School Number Five and West New York Middle School rank in New Jersey?
Public School Number Five is 1355th of 1,479 and West New York Middle School is 393rd of 440 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).