Edward T. Bowser Sr. School of Excellence vs Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edward T. Bowser Sr. School of Excellence
East Orange · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
612 students
Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School
Jersey City · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
613 students
| Measure | Edward T. Bowser Sr. School of Excellence East Orange, New Jersey | Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School Jersey City, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1473 of 1,479 | #1228 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #47178 of 50,301 | #33758 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 612 | 613 |
| Enrollment | 612 | 613 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 79% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 9.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 28% |
| city | East Orange | Jersey City |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.4 vs 15.9).
- •Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School does better on math proficiency (28% vs 18%).
- •Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 31%).
- •Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School does better on students per teacher (9.0 vs 17.0).
- •Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School is the larger school with 613 students compared with 612.
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 Edward T. Bowser Sr. School of Excellence better than Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School?
On the Success Index (US), Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School ranks higher (37.4 vs 15.9 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 Edward T. Bowser Sr. School of Excellence and Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between East Orange and Jersey City in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edward T. Bowser Sr. School of Excellence: 612. Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School: 613. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edward T. Bowser Sr. School of Excellence and Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School rank in New Jersey?
Edward T. Bowser Sr. School of Excellence is 1473rd of 1,479 and Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School is 1228th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).