Central High School vs Quitman Street School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 704 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Newark · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,051 students
Quitman Street School
Newark · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
706 students
| Measure | Central High School Newark, New Jersey | Quitman Street School Newark, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #347 of 357 | #1472 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #15778 of 16,910 | #47143 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 1,051 | 706 |
| Enrollment | 1,051 | 706 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.5% | 84.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 15% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 2% | 18% |
| city | Newark | Newark |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (16.9 vs 16.0).
- •Quitman Street School does better on math proficiency (18% vs 2%).
- •Quitman Street School does better on reading proficiency (24% vs 15%).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.5% vs 84.4%).
- •Central High School does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 16.4).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,051 students compared with 706.
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 High School better than Quitman Street 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 High School and Quitman Street School?
About 704 m in a straight line, between Newark and Newark in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,051. Quitman Street School: 706. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Quitman Street School rank in New Jersey?
Central High School is 347th of 357 and Quitman Street School is 1472nd of 1,479 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).