Central Elementary School vs Southern Boulevard School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 16 km 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
Southern Boulevard School
Chatham · Public elementary · Grades K–3
369 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Orange, New Jersey | Southern Boulevard School Chatham, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 95 Top 5% |
| State rank | #1263 of 1,479 | #29 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #35368 of 50,301 | #106 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 369 | 369 |
| Enrollment | 369 | 369 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.7% | 1.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 9.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 77% |
| Math proficiency | – | 82% |
| city | Orange | Chatham |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Southern Boulevard School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (95.0 vs 34.8).
- •Southern Boulevard School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (1.9% vs 86.7%).
- •Southern Boulevard School does better on students per teacher (9.5 vs 14.2).
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 Southern Boulevard School?
On the Success Index (US), Southern Boulevard School ranks higher (95.0 vs 34.8 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 Southern Boulevard School?
About 16 km in a straight line, between Orange and Chatham in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 369. Southern Boulevard School: 369. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and Southern Boulevard School rank in New Jersey?
Central Elementary School is 1263rd of 1,479 and Southern Boulevard School is 29th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).