Alexander D. Sullivan School vs Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 772 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alexander D. Sullivan School
Jersey City · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
638 students
Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School
Jersey City · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
607 students
| Measure | Alexander D. Sullivan School Jersey City, New Jersey | Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School Jersey City, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1279 of 1,479 | #1230 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #36347 of 50,301 | #33828 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 638 | 607 |
| Enrollment | 638 | 607 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.3% | 77.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 29% |
| city | Jersey City | Jersey City |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.2 vs 33.3).
- •Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School does better on math proficiency (29% vs 28%).
- •Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.1% vs 81.3%).
- •Alexander D. Sullivan School does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 13.8).
- •Alexander D. Sullivan School is the larger school with 638 students compared with 607.
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 Alexander D. Sullivan School better than Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School ranks higher (37.2 vs 33.3 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 Alexander D. Sullivan School and Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School?
About 772 m in a straight line, between Jersey City and Jersey City in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alexander D. Sullivan School: 638. Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School: 607. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alexander D. Sullivan School and Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
Alexander D. Sullivan School is 1279th of 1,479 and Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School is 1230th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).