Deanna G. Taylor Academy vs Livingston Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Deanna G. Taylor Academy
Hillside · Public elementary · Grades 2–6
202 students
Livingston Elementary
Union · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
485 students
| Measure | Deanna G. Taylor Academy Hillside, New Jersey | Livingston Elementary Union, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1031 of 1,479 | #546 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #23758 of 50,301 | #6706 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 2–6 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 202 | 485 |
| Enrollment | 202 | 485 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.8% | 37.5% |
| Students per teacher | 10.1 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 67% |
| Math proficiency | – | 67% |
| city | Hillside | Union |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Livingston Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.0 vs 52.0).
- •Livingston Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.5% vs 72.8%).
- •Deanna G. Taylor Academy does better on students per teacher (10.1 vs 13.1).
- •Livingston Elementary is the larger school with 485 students compared with 202.
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 Deanna G. Taylor Academy better than Livingston Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Livingston Elementary ranks higher (77.0 vs 52.0 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 Deanna G. Taylor Academy and Livingston Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Hillside and Union in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Deanna G. Taylor Academy: 202. Livingston Elementary: 485. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Deanna G. Taylor Academy and Livingston Elementary rank in New Jersey?
Deanna G. Taylor Academy is 1031st of 1,479 and Livingston Elementary is 546th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).