Central Elementary School vs Rosa Parks Community School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 79 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
Rosa Parks Community School
Orange · Public middle · Grades 3–7
593 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Orange, New Jersey | Rosa Parks Community School Orange, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1263 of 1,479 | #389 of 440 |
| National rank | #35368 of 50,301 | #10715 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades 3–7 |
| Students | 369 | 593 |
| Enrollment | 369 | 593 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.7% | 84.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 36% |
| Math proficiency | – | 34% |
| city | Orange | Orange |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (34.8 vs 35.7).
- •Rosa Parks Community School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.1% vs 86.7%).
- •Rosa Parks Community School does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 14.2).
- •Rosa Parks Community School is the larger school with 593 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 Rosa Parks Community 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 Rosa Parks Community School?
About 79 m in a straight line, between Orange and Orange in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 369. Rosa Parks Community School: 593. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and Rosa Parks Community School rank in New Jersey?
Central Elementary School is 1263rd of 1,479 and Rosa Parks Community School is 389th of 440 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).