Central School vs Ridgewood Avenue School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 105 m 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
Ridgewood Avenue School
Glen Ridge · Public elementary · Grades 3–6
540 students
| Measure | Central School Glen Ridge, New Jersey | Ridgewood Avenue School Glen Ridge, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 90 Top 5% |
| State rank | #1221 of 1,479 | #182 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #33484 of 50,301 | #722 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 3–6 |
| Students | 127 | 540 |
| Enrollment | 127 | 540 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 0.6% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 85% |
| Math proficiency | – | 74% |
| city | Glen Ridge | Glen Ridge |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ridgewood Avenue School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (90.3 vs 37.7).
- •Ridgewood Avenue School does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 18.1).
- •Ridgewood Avenue School is the larger school with 540 students compared with 127.
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 Ridgewood Avenue School?
On the Success Index (US), Ridgewood Avenue School ranks higher (90.3 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 Ridgewood Avenue School?
About 105 m in a straight line, between Glen Ridge and Glen Ridge in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central School: 127. Ridgewood Avenue School: 540. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central School and Ridgewood Avenue School rank in New Jersey?
Central School is 1221st of 1,479 and Ridgewood Avenue School is 182nd of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).