Central Middle School vs Eastlake Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle School
Parsippany · Public middle · Grades 6–8
755 students
Eastlake Elementary School
Parsippany · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
364 students
| Measure | Central Middle School Parsippany, New Jersey | Eastlake Elementary School Parsippany, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 10% | 85 Top 10% |
| State rank | #135 of 440 | #353 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #830 of 15,369 | #2665 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 755 | 364 |
| Enrollment | 755 | 364 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 25.2% | 13.7% |
| Students per teacher | 9.6 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 72% |
| city | Parsippany | Parsippany |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (84.4 vs 84.5).
- •Eastlake Elementary School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 60%).
- •Central Middle School does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 67%).
- •Eastlake Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.7% vs 25.2%).
- •Central Middle School does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 12.6).
- •Central Middle School is the larger school with 755 students compared with 364.
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 Middle School better than Eastlake 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 Middle School and Eastlake Elementary School?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Parsippany and Parsippany in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle School: 755. Eastlake Elementary School: 364. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle School and Eastlake Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
Central Middle School is 135th of 440 and Eastlake Elementary School is 353rd of 1,479 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).