Edward V. Walton Primary School vs Thelma L. Sandmeier Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 343 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edward V. Walton Primary School
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
511 students
Thelma L. Sandmeier Elementary School
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
276 students
| Measure | Edward V. Walton Primary School Springfield, New Jersey | Thelma L. Sandmeier Elementary School Springfield, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 86 Top 5% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #314 of 1,479 | #260 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #2088 of 50,301 | #1449 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–3 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 511 | 276 |
| Enrollment | 511 | 276 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 12.3% | 13.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 74% |
| Math proficiency | – | 72% |
| city | Springfield | Springfield |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thelma L. Sandmeier Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.6 vs 85.8).
- •Edward V. Walton Primary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.3% vs 13.8%).
- •Thelma L. Sandmeier Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 13.1).
- •Edward V. Walton Primary School is the larger school with 511 students compared with 276.
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 V. Walton Primary School better than Thelma L. Sandmeier Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Thelma L. Sandmeier Elementary School ranks higher (87.6 vs 85.8 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 V. Walton Primary School and Thelma L. Sandmeier Elementary School?
About 343 m in a straight line, between Springfield and Springfield in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edward V. Walton Primary School: 511. Thelma L. Sandmeier Elementary School: 276. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edward V. Walton Primary School and Thelma L. Sandmeier Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
Edward V. Walton Primary School is 314th of 1,479 and Thelma L. Sandmeier Elementary School is 260th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).