Academy for Urban Leadership Charter School vs Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 984 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Academy for Urban Leadership Charter School
Perth Amboy · Charter high · Grades 7–12
259 students
Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School
Perth Amboy · Public elementary · Grades K–5
632 students
| Measure | Academy for Urban Leadership Charter School Perth Amboy, New Jersey | Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School Perth Amboy, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #325 of 357 | #1191 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #15084 of 16,910 | #32337 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 259 | 632 |
| Enrollment | 259 | 632 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.2% | 76.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 11.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 7% | 35% |
| city | Perth Amboy | Perth Amboy |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.4 vs 21.1).
- •Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School does better on math proficiency (35% vs 7%).
- •Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 32%).
- •Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.1% vs 89.2%).
- •Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 11.8).
- •Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School is the larger school with 632 students compared with 259.
- •Academy for Urban Leadership Charter School is a charter school while Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Academy for Urban Leadership Charter School better than Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School?
On the Success Index (US), Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School ranks higher (39.4 vs 21.1 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 Academy for Urban Leadership Charter School and Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School?
About 984 m in a straight line, between Perth Amboy and Perth Amboy in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academy for Urban Leadership Charter School: 259. Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School: 632. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academy for Urban Leadership Charter School and Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School rank in New Jersey?
Academy for Urban Leadership Charter School is 325th of 357 and Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School is 1191st of 1,479 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).