Central Elementary School vs Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 58 km 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
Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro
Plainsboro · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
439 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School East Hanover, New Jersey | Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro Plainsboro, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 94 Top 5% |
| State rank | #272 of 1,479 | #54 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #1569 of 50,301 | #188 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 2–5 | Grades PK–3 |
| Students | 439 | 439 |
| Enrollment | 439 | 439 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 1.8% | 17.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 8.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | – |
| Math proficiency | 68% | – |
| city | East Hanover | Plainsboro |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro scores higher on the Success Index (US) (94.0 vs 87.2).
- •Central Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (1.8% vs 17.8%).
- •Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro does better on students per teacher (8.1 vs 11.0).
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 Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro?
On the Success Index (US), Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro ranks higher (94.0 vs 87.2 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 Central Elementary School and Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro?
About 58 km in a straight line, between East Hanover and Plainsboro in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 439. Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro: 439. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro rank in New Jersey?
Central Elementary School is 272nd of 1,479 and Town Center Elementary School at Plainsboro is 54th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).