Cresthaven Academy Charter School vs Washington Community School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 637 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cresthaven Academy Charter School
Plainfield · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
621 students
Washington Community School
Plainfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
557 students
| Measure | Cresthaven Academy Charter School Plainfield, New Jersey | Washington Community School Plainfield, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1442 of 1,479 | #1420 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #44774 of 50,301 | #43419 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 621 | 557 |
| Enrollment | 621 | 557 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.4% | 87.6% |
| Students per teacher | 21.4 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 19% |
| Math proficiency | – | 24% |
| city | Plainfield | Plainfield |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Community School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.3 vs 20.1).
- •Cresthaven Academy Charter School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.4% vs 87.6%).
- •Washington Community School does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 21.4).
- •Cresthaven Academy Charter School is the larger school with 621 students compared with 557.
- •Cresthaven Academy Charter School is a charter school while Washington Community School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Cresthaven Academy Charter School better than Washington Community School?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Community School ranks higher (22.3 vs 20.1 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 Cresthaven Academy Charter School and Washington Community School?
About 637 m in a straight line, between Plainfield and Plainfield in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cresthaven Academy Charter School: 621. Washington Community School: 557. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cresthaven Academy Charter School and Washington Community School rank in New Jersey?
Cresthaven Academy Charter School is 1442nd of 1,479 and Washington Community School is 1420th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).