Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy vs Winfield Scott School No. 2
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy
Elizabeth · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,015 students
Winfield Scott School No. 2
Elizabeth · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
630 students
| Measure | Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy Elizabeth, New Jersey | Winfield Scott School No. 2 Elizabeth, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #239 of 357 | #1338 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #10708 of 16,910 | #39559 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 1,015 | 630 |
| Enrollment | 1,015 | 630 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.3% | 82.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 15% |
| city | Elizabeth | Elizabeth |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.0 vs 28.5).
- •Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy does better on math proficiency (20% vs 15%).
- •Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 37%).
- •Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.3% vs 82.4%).
- •Winfield Scott School No. 2 does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 16.1).
- •Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy is the larger school with 1,015 students compared with 630.
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 Preparatory Academy better than Winfield Scott School No. 2?
On the Success Index (US), Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy ranks higher (41.0 vs 28.5 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 Preparatory Academy and Winfield Scott School No. 2?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Elizabeth and Elizabeth in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy: 1,015. Winfield Scott School No. 2: 630. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy and Winfield Scott School No. 2 rank in New Jersey?
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy is 239th of 357 and Winfield Scott School No. 2 is 1338th of 1,479 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).