Columbus Elementary School vs James F. Murray School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 19 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columbus Elementary School
Carteret · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
642 students
James F. Murray School
Jersey City · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
642 students
| Measure | Columbus Elementary School Carteret, New Jersey | James F. Murray School Jersey City, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1280 of 1,479 | #1145 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #36363 of 50,301 | #30154 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 642 | 642 |
| Enrollment | 642 | 642 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.4% | 77.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 33% |
| city | Carteret | Jersey City |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James F. Murray School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.7 vs 33.3).
- •James F. Murray School does better on math proficiency (33% vs 27%).
- •James F. Murray School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 34%).
- •Columbus Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.4% vs 77.4%).
- •Columbus Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 13.7).
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 Columbus Elementary School better than James F. Murray School?
On the Success Index (US), James F. Murray School ranks higher (42.7 vs 33.3 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 Columbus Elementary School and James F. Murray School?
About 19 km in a straight line, between Carteret and Jersey City in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbus Elementary School: 642. James F. Murray School: 642. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbus Elementary School and James F. Murray School rank in New Jersey?
Columbus Elementary School is 1280th of 1,479 and James F. Murray School is 1145th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).