Benjamin Banneker Academy vs Pride Academy Charter School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 662 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin Banneker Academy
East Orange · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
Pride Academy Charter School
East Orange · Charter middle · Grades 5–8
300 students
| Measure | Benjamin Banneker Academy East Orange, New Jersey | Pride Academy Charter School East Orange, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #390 of 440 |
| National rank | – | #10767 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | – | 300 |
| Enrollment | – | 300 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 78.3% |
| Students per teacher | – | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 32% |
| city | East Orange | East Orange |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pride Academy Charter School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 29%).
- •Pride Academy Charter School does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 43%).
- •Benjamin Banneker Academy is a public school while Pride Academy Charter School is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Benjamin Banneker Academy better than Pride Academy Charter School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Benjamin Banneker Academy and Pride Academy Charter School?
About 662 m in a straight line, between East Orange and East Orange in New Jersey.
How do Benjamin Banneker Academy and Pride Academy Charter School rank in New Jersey?
Benjamin Banneker Academy is unranked and Pride Academy Charter School is 390th of 440 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).