Alexander Hamilton Academy vs Norman S. Weir
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 310 m 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
Norman S. Weir
Paterson · Public elementary · Grades K–8
272 students
| Measure | Alexander Hamilton Academy Paterson, New Jersey | Norman S. Weir Paterson, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #873 of 1,479 | #884 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #17177 of 50,301 | #17528 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 439 | 272 |
| Enrollment | 439 | 272 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.7% | 59.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 10.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 46% |
| city | Paterson | Paterson |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (61.4 vs 61.0).
- •Alexander Hamilton Academy does better on math proficiency (51% vs 46%).
- •Alexander Hamilton Academy does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 61%).
- •Norman S. Weir does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.2% vs 67.7%).
- •Norman S. Weir does better on students per teacher (10.1 vs 13.7).
- •Alexander Hamilton Academy is the larger school with 439 students compared with 272.
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 Norman S. Weir?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Alexander Hamilton Academy and Norman S. Weir?
About 310 m in a straight line, between Paterson and Paterson in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alexander Hamilton Academy: 439. Norman S. Weir: 272. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alexander Hamilton Academy and Norman S. Weir rank in New Jersey?
Alexander Hamilton Academy is 873rd of 1,479 and Norman S. Weir is 884th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).