Candlewood Middle School vs Pelham Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New York, United States, 43 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Candlewood Middle School
Dix Hills · Public middle · Grades 6–8
706 students
Pelham Middle School
Pelham · Public middle · Grades 6–8
705 students
| Measure | Candlewood Middle School Dix Hills, New York | Pelham Middle School Pelham, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 88 Top 5% | 89 Top 5% |
| State rank | #55 of 785 | #44 of 785 |
| National rank | #457 of 15,369 | #378 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 706 | 705 |
| Enrollment | 706 | 705 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.8% | 12.1% |
| Students per teacher | 9.8 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 75% | 72% |
| city | Dix Hills | Pelham |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (88.0 vs 88.8).
- •Candlewood Middle School does better on math proficiency (75% vs 72%).
- •Pelham Middle School does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 70%).
- •Pelham Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.1% vs 27.8%).
- •Candlewood Middle School does better on students per teacher (9.8 vs 11.9).
- •Candlewood Middle School is the larger school with 706 students compared with 705.
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 Candlewood Middle School better than Pelham 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 Candlewood Middle School and Pelham Middle School?
About 43 km in a straight line, between Dix Hills and Pelham in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Candlewood Middle School: 706. Pelham Middle School: 705. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Candlewood Middle School and Pelham Middle School rank in New York?
Candlewood Middle School is 55th of 785 and Pelham Middle School is 44th of 785 among middle schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).