Alexander Hamilton Academy vs Central Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 19 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alexander Hamilton Academy
Paterson · Public elementary · Grades K–8
439 students
Central Elementary School
East Hanover · Public elementary · Grades 2–5
439 students
| Measure | Alexander Hamilton Academy Paterson, New Jersey | Central Elementary School East Hanover, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #873 of 1,479 | #272 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #17177 of 50,301 | #1569 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 2–5 |
| Students | 439 | 439 |
| Enrollment | 439 | 439 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.7% | 1.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 68% |
| city | Paterson | East Hanover |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.2 vs 61.4).
- •Central Elementary School does better on math proficiency (68% vs 51%).
- •Alexander Hamilton Academy does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 68%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (1.8% vs 67.7%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 13.7).
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 Hamilton Academy better than Central Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary School ranks higher (87.2 vs 61.4 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 Hamilton Academy and Central Elementary School?
About 19 km in a straight line, between Paterson and East Hanover in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alexander Hamilton Academy: 439. Central Elementary School: 439. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alexander Hamilton Academy and Central Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
Alexander Hamilton Academy is 873rd of 1,479 and Central Elementary School is 272nd of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).