Collins Elementary School vs Willard Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 29 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Collins Elementary School
Livingston · Public elementary · Grades K–5
440 students
Willard Elementary School
Ridgewood · Public elementary · Grades K–5
440 students
| Measure | Collins Elementary School Livingston, New Jersey | Willard Elementary School Ridgewood, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 91 Top 5% | 91 Top 5% |
| State rank | #141 of 1,479 | #159 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #513 of 50,301 | #613 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 440 | 440 |
| Enrollment | 440 | 440 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 79% |
| city | Livingston | Ridgewood |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (91.3 vs 90.9).
- •Willard Elementary School does better on math proficiency (79% vs 69%).
- •Collins Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 79%).
- •Collins Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (0.9% vs 1.1%).
- •Collins Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 13.3).
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 Collins Elementary School better than Willard 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 Collins Elementary School and Willard Elementary School?
About 29 km in a straight line, between Livingston and Ridgewood in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Collins Elementary School: 440. Willard Elementary School: 440. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Collins Elementary School and Willard Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
Collins Elementary School is 141st of 1,479 and Willard Elementary School is 159th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).