Alfred Vail School vs Sussex Avenue School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alfred Vail School
Morris Plains · Public elementary · Grades K–2
342 students
Sussex Avenue School
Morristown · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
327 students
| Measure | Alfred Vail School Morris Plains, New Jersey | Sussex Avenue School Morristown, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #677 of 1,479 | #760 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #10556 of 50,301 | #13244 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 342 | 327 |
| Enrollment | 342 | 327 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.1% | 45.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 57% |
| Math proficiency | – | 54% |
| city | Morris Plains | Morristown |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alfred Vail School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.0 vs 67.3).
- •Sussex Avenue School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.3% vs 49.1%).
- •Sussex Avenue School does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 11.4).
- •Alfred Vail School is the larger school with 342 students compared with 327.
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 Alfred Vail School better than Sussex Avenue School?
On the Success Index (US), Alfred Vail School ranks higher (71.0 vs 67.3 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 Alfred Vail School and Sussex Avenue School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Morris Plains and Morristown in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alfred Vail School: 342. Sussex Avenue School: 327. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alfred Vail School and Sussex Avenue School rank in New Jersey?
Alfred Vail School is 677th of 1,479 and Sussex Avenue School is 760th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).