Franklin School vs Jefferson School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 898 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franklin School
Lyndhurst · Public elementary · Grades K–2
196 students
Jefferson School
Lyndhurst · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
256 students
| Measure | Franklin School Lyndhurst, New Jersey | Jefferson School Lyndhurst, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #782 of 1,479 | #812 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #13957 of 50,301 | #15110 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 196 | 256 |
| Enrollment | 196 | 256 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.8% | 47.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 75% |
| Math proficiency | – | 44% |
| city | Lyndhurst | Lyndhurst |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Franklin School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.2 vs 64.5).
- •Franklin School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.8% vs 47.3%).
- •Franklin School does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 14.2).
- •Jefferson School is the larger school with 256 students compared with 196.
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 Franklin School better than Jefferson School?
On the Success Index (US), Franklin School ranks higher (66.2 vs 64.5 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 Franklin School and Jefferson School?
About 898 m in a straight line, between Lyndhurst and Lyndhurst in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin School: 196. Jefferson School: 256. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin School and Jefferson School rank in New Jersey?
Franklin School is 782nd of 1,479 and Jefferson School is 812th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).