Abraham Lincoln School #6 vs Whitney E. Houston Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Abraham Lincoln School #6
Garfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
385 students
Whitney E. Houston Academy
East Orange · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
385 students
| Measure | Abraham Lincoln School #6 Garfield, New Jersey | Whitney E. Houston Academy East Orange, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1185 of 1,479 | #1041 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #31563 of 50,301 | #24430 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 385 | 385 |
| Enrollment | 385 | 385 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.8% | 14% |
| Students per teacher | 10.4 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 19% |
| city | Garfield | East Orange |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Whitney E. Houston Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.1 vs 40.5).
- •Abraham Lincoln School #6 does better on math proficiency (27% vs 19%).
- •Whitney E. Houston Academy does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Whitney E. Houston Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14% vs 67.8%).
- •Abraham Lincoln School #6 does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 12.8).
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 Abraham Lincoln School #6 better than Whitney E. Houston Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Whitney E. Houston Academy ranks higher (51.1 vs 40.5 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 Abraham Lincoln School #6 and Whitney E. Houston Academy?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Garfield and East Orange in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Abraham Lincoln School #6: 385. Whitney E. Houston Academy: 385. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Abraham Lincoln School #6 and Whitney E. Houston Academy rank in New Jersey?
Abraham Lincoln School #6 is 1185th of 1,479 and Whitney E. Houston Academy is 1041st of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).