Central Elementary School vs Park Avenue Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 649 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
Park Avenue Elementary School
Orange · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
423 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Orange, New Jersey | Park Avenue Elementary School Orange, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1263 of 1,479 | #1268 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #35368 of 50,301 | #35533 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 369 | 423 |
| Enrollment | 369 | 423 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.7% | 65.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 38% |
| Math proficiency | – | 22% |
| city | Orange | Orange |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (34.8 vs 34.6).
- •Park Avenue Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.2% vs 86.7%).
- •Park Avenue Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 14.2).
- •Park Avenue Elementary School is the larger school with 423 students compared with 369.
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 Park Avenue 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 Central Elementary School and Park Avenue Elementary School?
About 649 m in a straight line, between Orange and Orange in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 369. Park Avenue Elementary School: 423. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and Park Avenue Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
Central Elementary School is 1263rd of 1,479 and Park Avenue Elementary School is 1268th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).