Albert Payson Terhune Elementary vs Preakness Early Childhood Center
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Albert Payson Terhune Elementary
Wayne · Public elementary · Grades K–5
347 students
Preakness Early Childhood Center
Wayne · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
177 students
| Measure | Albert Payson Terhune Elementary Wayne, New Jersey | Preakness Early Childhood Center Wayne, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 90 Top 5% |
| State rank | #97 of 1,479 | #187 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #330 of 50,301 | #766 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 347 | 177 |
| Enrollment | 347 | 177 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 10.4% | 7.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 9.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | – |
| Math proficiency | 82% | – |
| city | Wayne | Wayne |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Albert Payson Terhune Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (92.6 vs 90.1).
- •Preakness Early Childhood Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (7.9% vs 10.4%).
- •Preakness Early Childhood Center does better on students per teacher (9.3 vs 12.4).
- •Albert Payson Terhune Elementary is the larger school with 347 students compared with 177.
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 Albert Payson Terhune Elementary better than Preakness Early Childhood Center?
On the Success Index (US), Albert Payson Terhune Elementary ranks higher (92.6 vs 90.1 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 Albert Payson Terhune Elementary and Preakness Early Childhood Center?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Wayne and Wayne in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Albert Payson Terhune Elementary: 347. Preakness Early Childhood Center: 177. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Albert Payson Terhune Elementary and Preakness Early Childhood Center rank in New Jersey?
Albert Payson Terhune Elementary is 97th of 1,479 and Preakness Early Childhood Center is 187th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).