Belleville PS3 vs Number 8
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 20 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Belleville PS3
Belleville · Public elementary · Grades K–6
334 students
Number 8
Linden · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
334 students
| Measure | Belleville PS3 Belleville, New Jersey | Number 8 Linden, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1180 of 1,479 | #1012 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #31433 of 50,301 | #22923 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 334 | 334 |
| Enrollment | 334 | 334 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.7% | 68.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 47% |
| city | Belleville | Linden |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Number 8 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.2 vs 40.7).
- •Number 8 does better on math proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •Number 8 does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 37%).
- •Belleville PS3 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.7% vs 68.3%).
- •Belleville PS3 does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 12.4).
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 Belleville PS3 better than Number 8?
On the Success Index (US), Number 8 ranks higher (53.2 vs 40.7 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 Belleville PS3 and Number 8?
About 20 km in a straight line, between Belleville and Linden in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Belleville PS3: 334. Number 8: 334. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Belleville PS3 and Number 8 rank in New Jersey?
Belleville PS3 is 1180th of 1,479 and Number 8 is 1012th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).