East Dover Elementary School vs South Amboy Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 58 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Dover Elementary School
Toms River · Public elementary · Grades K–5
584 students
South Amboy Elementary
South Amboy · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
584 students
| Measure | East Dover Elementary School Toms River, New Jersey | South Amboy Elementary South Amboy, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1040 of 1,479 | #1034 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #24320 of 50,301 | #23940 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 584 | 584 |
| Enrollment | 584 | 584 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44% | 62% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 43% |
| city | Toms River | South Amboy |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (51.2 vs 51.8).
- •South Amboy Elementary does better on math proficiency (43% vs 35%).
- •South Amboy Elementary does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 47%).
- •East Dover Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44% vs 62%).
- •South Amboy Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 12.4).
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 East Dover Elementary School better than South Amboy Elementary?
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 East Dover Elementary School and South Amboy Elementary?
About 58 km in a straight line, between Toms River and South Amboy in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Dover Elementary School: 584. South Amboy Elementary: 584. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Dover Elementary School and South Amboy Elementary rank in New Jersey?
East Dover Elementary School is 1040th of 1,479 and South Amboy Elementary is 1034th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).