Samuel E. Shull Middle School vs William C. McGinnis Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Samuel E. Shull Middle School
Perth Amboy · Public middle · Grades 6–8
941 students
William C. McGinnis Middle School
Perth Amboy · Public middle · Grades 6–8
984 students
| Measure | Samuel E. Shull Middle School Perth Amboy, New Jersey | William C. McGinnis Middle School Perth Amboy, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #409 of 440 | #410 of 440 |
| National rank | #11791 of 15,369 | #11935 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 941 | 984 |
| Enrollment | 941 | 984 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.3% | 78.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 18% |
| city | Perth Amboy | Perth Amboy |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (30.7 vs 30.0).
- •Samuel E. Shull Middle School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 18%).
- •William C. McGinnis Middle School does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 37%).
- •Samuel E. Shull Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.3% vs 78.8%).
- •William C. McGinnis Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 13.1).
- •William C. McGinnis Middle School is the larger school with 984 students compared with 941.
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 Samuel E. Shull Middle School better than William C. McGinnis Middle 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 Samuel E. Shull Middle School and William C. McGinnis Middle School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Perth Amboy and Perth Amboy in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Samuel E. Shull Middle School: 941. William C. McGinnis Middle School: 984. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Samuel E. Shull Middle School and William C. McGinnis Middle School rank in New Jersey?
Samuel E. Shull Middle School is 409th of 440 and William C. McGinnis Middle School is 410th of 440 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).