Newcomerstown Middle School vs Ridgewood Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Ohio, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Newcomerstown Middle School
Newcomerstown · Public middle · Grades 6–8
182 students
Ridgewood Middle School
West Lafayette · Public middle · Grades 4–7
396 students
| Measure | Newcomerstown Middle School Newcomerstown, Ohio | Ridgewood Middle School West Lafayette, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #330 of 646 | #403 of 646 |
| National rank | #3223 of 15,369 | #4068 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 4–7 |
| Students | 182 | 396 |
| Enrollment | 182 | 396 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 22.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 65% |
| city | Newcomerstown | West Lafayette |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Newcomerstown Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.6 vs 66.7).
- •Ridgewood Middle School does better on math proficiency (65% vs 60%).
- •Ridgewood Middle School does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 57%).
- •Newcomerstown Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 22.0).
- •Ridgewood Middle School is the larger school with 396 students compared with 182.
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 Newcomerstown Middle School better than Ridgewood Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Newcomerstown Middle School ranks higher (70.6 vs 66.7 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 Newcomerstown Middle School and Ridgewood Middle School?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Newcomerstown and West Lafayette in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Newcomerstown Middle School: 182. Ridgewood Middle School: 396. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Newcomerstown Middle School and Ridgewood Middle School rank in Ohio?
Newcomerstown Middle School is 330th of 646 and Ridgewood Middle School is 403rd of 646 among middle schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).