Alexander Hamilton vs Alfred Vail School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alexander Hamilton
Morristown Β· Public elementary Β· Grades 3β5
251 students
Alfred Vail School
Morris Plains Β· Public elementary Β· Grades Kβ2
342 students
| Measure | Alexander Hamilton Morristown, New Jersey | Alfred Vail School Morris Plains, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #805 of 1,479 | #677 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #14767 of 50,301 | #10556 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3β5 | Grades Kβ2 |
| Students | 251 | 342 |
| Enrollment | 251 | 342 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.2% | 49.1% |
| Students per teacher | 8.4 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | β |
| Math proficiency | 56% | β |
| city | Morristown | Morris Plains |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | β | β |
The verdict
- β’Alfred Vail School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.0 vs 65.0).
- β’Alfred Vail School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.1% vs 58.2%).
- β’Alexander Hamilton does better on students per teacher (8.4 vs 11.4).
- β’Alfred Vail School is the larger school with 342 students compared with 251.
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 better than Alfred Vail School?
On the Success Index (US), Alfred Vail School ranks higher (71.0 vs 65.0 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 and Alfred Vail School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Morristown and Morris Plains in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alexander Hamilton: 251. Alfred Vail School: 342. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alexander Hamilton and Alfred Vail School rank in New Jersey?
Alexander Hamilton is 805th of 1,479 and Alfred Vail School is 677th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).