Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 vs George Washington Academy School No. 1
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 773 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13
Elizabeth · Public elementary · Grades K–8
392 students
George Washington Academy School No. 1
Elizabeth · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
595 students
| Measure | Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 Elizabeth, New Jersey | George Washington Academy School No. 1 Elizabeth, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1376 of 1,479 | #1306 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #41624 of 50,301 | #38145 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 392 | 595 |
| Enrollment | 392 | 595 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88% | 87.6% |
| Students per teacher | 10.9 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 15% |
| city | Elizabeth | Elizabeth |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George Washington Academy School No. 1 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.6 vs 25.1).
- •Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 does better on math proficiency (17% vs 15%).
- •George Washington Academy School No. 1 does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 29%).
- •George Washington Academy School No. 1 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.6% vs 88%).
- •Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 12.1).
- •George Washington Academy School No. 1 is the larger school with 595 students compared with 392.
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 Franklin School No. 13 better than George Washington Academy School No. 1?
On the Success Index (US), George Washington Academy School No. 1 ranks higher (30.6 vs 25.1 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 Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 and George Washington Academy School No. 1?
About 773 m in a straight line, between Elizabeth and Elizabeth in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13: 392. George Washington Academy School No. 1: 595. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 and George Washington Academy School No. 1 rank in New Jersey?
Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 is 1376th of 1,479 and George Washington Academy School No. 1 is 1306th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).