Central School vs Forest Avenue School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central School
Glen Ridge · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
127 students
Forest Avenue School
Glen Ridge · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
127 students
| Measure | Central School Glen Ridge, New Jersey | Forest Avenue School Glen Ridge, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1221 of 1,479 | #807 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #33484 of 50,301 | #14971 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 127 | 127 |
| Enrollment | 127 | 127 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 11.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Glen Ridge | Glen Ridge |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Forest Avenue School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.7 vs 37.7).
- •Forest Avenue School does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 18.1).
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 School better than Forest Avenue School?
On the Success Index (US), Forest Avenue School ranks higher (64.7 vs 37.7 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 School and Forest Avenue School?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Glen Ridge and Glen Ridge in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central School: 127. Forest Avenue School: 127. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central School and Forest Avenue School rank in New Jersey?
Central School is 1221st of 1,479 and Forest Avenue School is 807th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).