Dickerson Elementary School vs Robert L. Craig School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 54 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dickerson Elementary School
Chester · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
356 students
Robert L. Craig School
Moonachie · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
356 students
| Measure | Dickerson Elementary School Chester, New Jersey | Robert L. Craig School Moonachie, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 91 Top 5% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #161 of 1,479 | #721 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #619 of 50,301 | #11962 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 356 | 356 |
| Enrollment | 356 | 356 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 6.2% | 60.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 72% |
| Math proficiency | – | 52% |
| city | Chester | Moonachie |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dickerson Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (90.8 vs 69.1).
- •Dickerson Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (6.2% vs 60.7%).
- •Robert L. Craig School does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 12.3).
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 Dickerson Elementary School better than Robert L. Craig School?
On the Success Index (US), Dickerson Elementary School ranks higher (90.8 vs 69.1 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 Dickerson Elementary School and Robert L. Craig School?
About 54 km in a straight line, between Chester and Moonachie in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dickerson Elementary School: 356. Robert L. Craig School: 356. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dickerson Elementary School and Robert L. Craig School rank in New Jersey?
Dickerson Elementary School is 161st of 1,479 and Robert L. Craig School is 721st of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).