Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School vs William C. McGinnis Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 779 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School
Perth Amboy · Public elementary · Grades K–5
559 students
William C. McGinnis Middle School
Perth Amboy · Public middle · Grades 6–8
984 students
| Measure | Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School Perth Amboy, New Jersey | William C. McGinnis Middle School Perth Amboy, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1265 of 1,479 | #410 of 440 |
| National rank | #35426 of 50,301 | #11935 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 559 | 984 |
| Enrollment | 559 | 984 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.7% | 78.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 18% |
| city | Perth Amboy | Perth Amboy |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.7 vs 30.0).
- •Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School does better on math proficiency (30% vs 18%).
- •Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 38%).
- •William C. McGinnis Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.8% vs 83.7%).
- •Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 12.3).
- •William C. McGinnis Middle School is the larger school with 984 students compared with 559.
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 Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School better than William C. McGinnis Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School ranks higher (34.7 vs 30.0 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 Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School and William C. McGinnis Middle School?
About 779 m in a straight line, between Perth Amboy and Perth Amboy in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School: 559. William C. McGinnis Middle School: 984. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School and William C. McGinnis Middle School rank in New Jersey?
Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School is 1265th of 1,479 and William C. McGinnis Middle School is 410th of 440 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).