George Washington Academy School No. 1 vs Joseph C. Caruso School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 24 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Washington Academy School No. 1
Elizabeth · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
595 students
Joseph C. Caruso School
Keansburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
595 students
| Measure | George Washington Academy School No. 1 Elizabeth, New Jersey | Joseph C. Caruso School Keansburg, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1306 of 1,479 | #1328 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #38145 of 50,301 | #38938 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 595 | 595 |
| Enrollment | 595 | 595 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.6% | 75.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 9.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 23% |
| city | Elizabeth | Keansburg |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George Washington Academy School No. 1 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.6 vs 29.4).
- •Joseph C. Caruso School does better on math proficiency (23% vs 15%).
- •George Washington Academy School No. 1 does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 25%).
- •Joseph C. Caruso School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.5% vs 87.6%).
- •Joseph C. Caruso School does better on students per teacher (9.8 vs 12.1).
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 George Washington Academy School No. 1 better than Joseph C. Caruso School?
On the Success Index (US), George Washington Academy School No. 1 ranks higher (30.6 vs 29.4 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 George Washington Academy School No. 1 and Joseph C. Caruso School?
About 24 km in a straight line, between Elizabeth and Keansburg in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Washington Academy School No. 1: 595. Joseph C. Caruso School: 595. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Washington Academy School No. 1 and Joseph C. Caruso School rank in New Jersey?
George Washington Academy School No. 1 is 1306th of 1,479 and Joseph C. Caruso School is 1328th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).