Central Elementary School vs East Hanover Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 822 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
East Hanover · Public elementary · Grades 2–5
439 students
East Hanover Middle School
East Hanover · Public middle · Grades 6–8
325 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School East Hanover, New Jersey | East Hanover Middle School East Hanover, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #272 of 1,479 | #117 of 440 |
| National rank | #1569 of 50,301 | #573 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 2–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 439 | 325 |
| Enrollment | 439 | 325 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 1.8% | 3.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 8.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 68% | 51% |
| city | East Hanover | East Hanover |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (87.2 vs 86.7).
- •Central Elementary School does better on math proficiency (68% vs 51%).
- •East Hanover Middle School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 68%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (1.8% vs 3.4%).
- •East Hanover Middle School does better on students per teacher (8.1 vs 11.0).
- •Central Elementary School is the larger school with 439 students compared with 325.
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 Central Elementary School better than East Hanover Middle 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 Central Elementary School and East Hanover Middle School?
About 822 m in a straight line, between East Hanover and East Hanover in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 439. East Hanover Middle School: 325. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and East Hanover Middle School rank in New Jersey?
Central Elementary School is 272nd of 1,479 and East Hanover Middle School is 117th of 440 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).