Berkeley Elementary vs Meadowbrook
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 2.0 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
Meadowbrook
Hillsdale · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
318 students
| Measure | Berkeley Elementary Westwood, New Jersey | Meadowbrook Hillsdale, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 92 Top 5% | 92 Top 5% |
| State rank | #126 of 1,479 | #115 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #442 of 50,301 | #399 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 277 | 318 |
| Enrollment | 277 | 318 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.1% | 3.5% |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 9.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 72% |
| city | Westwood | Hillsdale |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (91.7 vs 92.1).
- •Berkeley Elementary does better on math proficiency (77% vs 72%).
- •Berkeley Elementary does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 77%).
- •Meadowbrook does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (3.5% vs 18.1%).
- •Meadowbrook does better on students per teacher (9.9 vs 10.7).
- •Meadowbrook is the larger school with 318 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 Meadowbrook?
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 Meadowbrook?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Westwood and Hillsdale in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Berkeley Elementary: 277. Meadowbrook: 318. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Berkeley Elementary and Meadowbrook rank in New Jersey?
Berkeley Elementary is 126th of 1,479 and Meadowbrook is 115th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).