Dr. Charles C. Polk School vs Number 4
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr. Charles C. Polk School
Roselle · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
315 students
Number 4
Linden · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
447 students
| Measure | Dr. Charles C. Polk School Roselle, New Jersey | Number 4 Linden, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1249 of 1,479 | #1259 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #34739 of 50,301 | #35291 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 315 | 447 |
| Enrollment | 315 | 447 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.2% | 77.9% |
| Students per teacher | 9.8 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 32% |
| city | Roselle | Linden |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (35.8 vs 35.0).
- •Number 4 does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •Dr. Charles C. Polk School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.2% vs 77.9%).
- •Dr. Charles C. Polk School does better on students per teacher (9.8 vs 14.0).
- •Number 4 is the larger school with 447 students compared with 315.
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 Dr. Charles C. Polk School better than Number 4?
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 Dr. Charles C. Polk School and Number 4?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Roselle and Linden in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr. Charles C. Polk School: 315. Number 4: 447. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr. Charles C. Polk School and Number 4 rank in New Jersey?
Dr. Charles C. Polk School is 1249th of 1,479 and Number 4 is 1259th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).