Gordon Parks Academy vs Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 89 m 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
Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary
East Orange · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
245 students
| Measure | Gordon Parks Academy East Orange, New Jersey | Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary East Orange, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1189 of 1,479 | #1115 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #31995 of 50,301 | #28401 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 268 | 245 |
| Enrollment | 268 | 245 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 23.5% | 12.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 17% |
| city | East Orange | East Orange |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.3 vs 39.9).
- •Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary does better on math proficiency (17% vs 12%).
- •Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.7% vs 23.5%).
- •Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 14.1).
- •Gordon Parks Academy is the larger school with 268 students compared with 245.
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 Gordon Parks Academy better than Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary ranks higher (45.3 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 Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary?
About 89 m in a straight line, between East Orange and East Orange in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gordon Parks Academy: 268. Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary: 245. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gordon Parks Academy and Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary rank in New Jersey?
Gordon Parks Academy is 1189th of 1,479 and Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary is 1115th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).