Central Elementary School vs East Orange Community Charter School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 875 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
Orange · Public elementary · Grades K–2
369 students
East Orange Community Charter School
East Orange · Charter elementary · Grades K–4
414 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Orange, New Jersey | East Orange Community Charter School East Orange, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1263 of 1,479 | #1358 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #35368 of 50,301 | #40644 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 369 | 414 |
| Enrollment | 369 | 414 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.7% | 84.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 21.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 47% |
| Math proficiency | – | 27% |
| city | Orange | East Orange |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.8 vs 26.6).
- •East Orange Community Charter School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.8% vs 86.7%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 21.8).
- •East Orange Community Charter School is the larger school with 414 students compared with 369.
- •Central Elementary School is a public school while East Orange Community Charter School is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Orange Community Charter School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary School ranks higher (34.8 vs 26.6 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 East Orange Community Charter School?
About 875 m in a straight line, between Orange and East Orange in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 369. East Orange Community Charter School: 414. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and East Orange Community Charter School rank in New Jersey?
Central Elementary School is 1263rd of 1,479 and East Orange Community Charter School is 1358th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).