East Side High School vs East Ward Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 770 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Side High School
Newark · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,046 students
East Ward Elementary School
Newark · Public elementary · Grades PK–7
854 students
| Measure | East Side High School Newark, New Jersey | East Ward Elementary School Newark, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #348 of 357 | #1431 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #15909 of 16,910 | #43957 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–7 |
| Students | 2,046 | 854 |
| Enrollment | 2,046 | 854 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.2% | 88.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | – |
| Math proficiency | 8% | – |
| city | Newark | Newark |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •East Ward Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.4 vs 16.1).
- •East Side High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.2% vs 88.8%).
- •East Side High School does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 17.4).
- •East Side High School is the larger school with 2,046 students compared with 854.
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 Side High School better than East Ward Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), East Ward Elementary School ranks higher (21.4 vs 16.1 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 East Side High School and East Ward Elementary School?
About 770 m in a straight line, between Newark and Newark in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Side High School: 2,046. East Ward Elementary School: 854. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Side High School and East Ward Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
East Side High School is 348th of 357 and East Ward Elementary School is 1431st of 1,479 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).