Gordon Parks Academy vs Lincoln Early Childhood Center
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 18 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gordon Parks Academy
East Orange · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
268 students
Lincoln Early Childhood Center
Westfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
268 students
| Measure | Gordon Parks Academy East Orange, New Jersey | Lincoln Early Childhood Center Westfield, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #1189 of 1,479 | #466 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #31995 of 50,301 | #4783 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 268 | 268 |
| Enrollment | 268 | 268 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 23.5% | 3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | – |
| Math proficiency | 12% | – |
| city | East Orange | Westfield |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln Early Childhood Center scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.4 vs 39.9).
- •Lincoln Early Childhood Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (3% vs 23.5%).
- •Gordon Parks Academy does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 14.9).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Gordon Parks Academy better than Lincoln Early Childhood Center?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln Early Childhood Center ranks higher (80.4 vs 39.9 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 Gordon Parks Academy and Lincoln Early Childhood Center?
About 18 km in a straight line, between East Orange and Westfield in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gordon Parks Academy: 268. Lincoln Early Childhood Center: 268. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gordon Parks Academy and Lincoln Early Childhood Center rank in New Jersey?
Gordon Parks Academy is 1189th of 1,479 and Lincoln Early Childhood Center is 466th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).