Alexander Hamilton School vs Central School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alexander Hamilton School
Glen Rock · Public elementary · Grades K–5
300 students
Central School
Glen Rock · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
299 students
| Measure | Alexander Hamilton School Glen Rock, New Jersey | Central School Glen Rock, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 91 Top 5% |
| State rank | #73 of 1,479 | #140 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #247 of 50,301 | #511 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 300 | 299 |
| Enrollment | 300 | 299 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 2.3% | 1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 87% |
| city | Glen Rock | Glen Rock |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alexander Hamilton School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (93.3 vs 91.3).
- •Central School does better on math proficiency (87% vs 82%).
- •Alexander Hamilton School does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 82%).
- •Central School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (1% vs 2.3%).
- •Alexander Hamilton School does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 14.2).
- •Alexander Hamilton School is the larger school with 300 students compared with 299.
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 School better than Central School?
On the Success Index (US), Alexander Hamilton School ranks higher (93.3 vs 91.3 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 Hamilton School and Central School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Glen Rock and Glen Rock in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alexander Hamilton School: 300. Central School: 299. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alexander Hamilton School and Central School rank in New Jersey?
Alexander Hamilton School is 73rd of 1,479 and Central School is 140th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).