Benjamin Banneker Academy vs Speedway Avenue School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 876 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
Speedway Avenue School
Newark · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
525 students
| Measure | Benjamin Banneker Academy East Orange, New Jersey | Speedway Avenue School Newark, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #1405 of 1,479 |
| National rank | – | #42853 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | – | 525 |
| Enrollment | – | 525 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 89.1% |
| Students per teacher | – | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 13% |
| city | East Orange | Newark |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benjamin Banneker Academy does better on math proficiency (29% vs 13%).
- •Benjamin Banneker Academy does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 33%).
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 Speedway Avenue 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 Speedway Avenue School?
About 876 m in a straight line, between East Orange and Newark in New Jersey.
How do Benjamin Banneker Academy and Speedway Avenue School rank in New Jersey?
Benjamin Banneker Academy is unranked and Speedway Avenue School is 1405th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).