Christopher Columbus School No. 15 vs Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 549 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Christopher Columbus School No. 15
Elizabeth · Public elementary · Grades K–8
672 students
Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Elizabeth · Public elementary · Grades K–8
765 students
| Measure | Christopher Columbus School No. 15 Elizabeth, New Jersey | Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 Elizabeth, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1327 of 1,479 | #1281 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #38915 of 50,301 | #36383 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 672 | 765 |
| Enrollment | 672 | 765 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.3% | 89.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 27% |
| city | Elizabeth | Elizabeth |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.3 vs 29.4).
- •Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 does better on math proficiency (27% vs 21%).
- •Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 41%).
- •Christopher Columbus School No. 15 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86.3% vs 89.7%).
- •Christopher Columbus School No. 15 does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 13.0).
- •Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 is the larger school with 765 students compared with 672.
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 Christopher Columbus School No. 15 better than Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3?
On the Success Index (US), Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 ranks higher (33.3 vs 29.4 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 Christopher Columbus School No. 15 and Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3?
About 549 m in a straight line, between Elizabeth and Elizabeth in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Christopher Columbus School No. 15: 672. Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3: 765. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Christopher Columbus School No. 15 and Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 rank in New Jersey?
Christopher Columbus School No. 15 is 1327th of 1,479 and Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 is 1281st of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).