Berkeley Elementary vs Brookside Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Berkeley Elementary
Westwood · Public elementary · Grades K–5
277 students
Brookside Elementary School
Westwood · Public elementary · Grades K–5
390 students
| Measure | Berkeley Elementary Westwood, New Jersey | Brookside Elementary School Westwood, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 92 Top 5% | 91 Top 5% |
| State rank | #126 of 1,479 | #157 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #442 of 50,301 | #599 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 277 | 390 |
| Enrollment | 277 | 390 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.1% | 12.6% |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 67% |
| city | Westwood | Westwood |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (91.7 vs 90.9).
- •Berkeley Elementary does better on math proficiency (77% vs 67%).
- •Brookside Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 82%).
- •Brookside Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.6% vs 18.1%).
- •Brookside Elementary School does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 10.7).
- •Brookside Elementary School is the larger school with 390 students compared with 277.
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 Berkeley Elementary better than Brookside Elementary 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 Berkeley Elementary and Brookside Elementary School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Westwood and Westwood in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Berkeley Elementary: 277. Brookside Elementary School: 390. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Berkeley Elementary and Brookside Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
Berkeley Elementary is 126th of 1,479 and Brookside Elementary School is 157th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).