Ann Blanche Smith vs Dr. Charles C. Polk School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 43 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ann Blanche Smith
Hillsdale · Public elementary · Grades K–4
315 students
Dr. Charles C. Polk School
Roselle · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
315 students
| Measure | Ann Blanche Smith Hillsdale, New Jersey | Dr. Charles C. Polk School Roselle, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 88 Top 5% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #252 of 1,479 | #1249 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #1345 of 50,301 | #34739 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 315 | 315 |
| Enrollment | 315 | 315 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 11.1% | 75.2% |
| Students per teacher | 9.5 | 9.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 32% |
| city | Hillsdale | Roselle |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ann Blanche Smith scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.8 vs 35.8).
- •Ann Blanche Smith does better on math proficiency (62% vs 32%).
- •Ann Blanche Smith does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 32%).
- •Ann Blanche Smith does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.1% vs 75.2%).
- •Ann Blanche Smith does better on students per teacher (9.5 vs 9.8).
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 Ann Blanche Smith better than Dr. Charles C. Polk School?
On the Success Index (US), Ann Blanche Smith ranks higher (87.8 vs 35.8 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 Ann Blanche Smith and Dr. Charles C. Polk School?
About 43 km in a straight line, between Hillsdale and Roselle in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ann Blanche Smith: 315. Dr. Charles C. Polk School: 315. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ann Blanche Smith and Dr. Charles C. Polk School rank in New Jersey?
Ann Blanche Smith is 252nd of 1,479 and Dr. Charles C. Polk School is 1249th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).