Albert Payson Terhune Elementary vs Schuyler Colfax Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 334 m 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
Schuyler Colfax Middle School
Wayne · Public middle · Grades 6–8
650 students
| Measure | Albert Payson Terhune Elementary Wayne, New Jersey | Schuyler Colfax Middle School Wayne, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 89 Top 5% |
| State rank | #97 of 1,479 | #90 of 440 |
| National rank | #330 of 50,301 | #346 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 347 | 650 |
| Enrollment | 347 | 650 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 10.4% | 10.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 9.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 81% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 57% |
| 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 89.2).
- •Albert Payson Terhune Elementary does better on math proficiency (82% vs 57%).
- •Albert Payson Terhune Elementary does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 81%).
- •Schuyler Colfax Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.2% vs 10.4%).
- •Schuyler Colfax Middle School does better on students per teacher (9.7 vs 12.4).
- •Schuyler Colfax Middle School is the larger school with 650 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 Albert Payson Terhune Elementary better than Schuyler Colfax Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Albert Payson Terhune Elementary ranks higher (92.6 vs 89.2 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 Schuyler Colfax Middle School?
About 334 m in a straight line, between Wayne and Wayne in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Albert Payson Terhune Elementary: 347. Schuyler Colfax Middle School: 650. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Albert Payson Terhune Elementary and Schuyler Colfax Middle School rank in New Jersey?
Albert Payson Terhune Elementary is 97th of 1,479 and Schuyler Colfax Middle School is 90th of 440 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).