Highland Middle School vs Mott Hall II
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New York, United States, 102 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Middle School
Highland · Public middle · Grades 6–9
348 students
Mott Hall II
New York · Public middle · Grades 6–8
347 students
| Measure | Highland Middle School Highland, New York | Mott Hall II New York, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #399 of 785 | #363 of 785 |
| National rank | #7412 of 15,369 | #6879 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–9 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 348 | 347 |
| Enrollment | 348 | 347 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.8% | 77.5% |
| Students per teacher | 8.7 | 10.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 40% |
| city | Highland | New York |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mott Hall II scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.6 vs 51.1).
- •Mott Hall II does better on math proficiency (40% vs 32%).
- •Mott Hall II does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 37%).
- •Highland Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.8% vs 77.5%).
- •Highland Middle School does better on students per teacher (8.7 vs 10.8).
- •Highland Middle School is the larger school with 348 students compared with 347.
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 Highland Middle School better than Mott Hall II?
On the Success Index (US), Mott Hall II ranks higher (53.6 vs 51.1 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 Highland Middle School and Mott Hall II?
About 102 km in a straight line, between Highland and New York in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Middle School: 348. Mott Hall II: 347. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Middle School and Mott Hall II rank in New York?
Highland Middle School is 399th of 785 and Mott Hall II is 363rd of 785 among middle schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).