Godwin Elementary School vs Ridge Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Godwin Elementary School
Midland Park · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
233 students
Ridge Elementary School
Ridgewood · Public elementary · Grades K–5
448 students
| Measure | Godwin Elementary School Midland Park, New Jersey | Ridge Elementary School Ridgewood, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 94 Top 5% | 94 Top 5% |
| State rank | #64 of 1,479 | #67 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #220 of 50,301 | #226 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 233 | 448 |
| Enrollment | 233 | 448 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 7.3% | 1.6% |
| Students per teacher | 9.0 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 89% |
| Math proficiency | – | 84% |
| city | Midland Park | Ridgewood |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (93.6 vs 93.6).
- •Ridge Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (1.6% vs 7.3%).
- •Godwin Elementary School does better on students per teacher (9.0 vs 13.2).
- •Ridge Elementary School is the larger school with 448 students compared with 233.
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 Godwin Elementary School better than Ridge Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Godwin Elementary School and Ridge Elementary School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Midland Park and Ridgewood in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Godwin Elementary School: 233. Ridge Elementary School: 448. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Godwin Elementary School and Ridge Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
Godwin Elementary School is 64th of 1,479 and Ridge Elementary School is 67th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).