Gordon Parks Academy vs Walter M. Schirra Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 42 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
Walter M. Schirra Elementary School
Old Bridge · Public elementary · Grades K–5
268 students
| Measure | Gordon Parks Academy East Orange, New Jersey | Walter M. Schirra Elementary School Old Bridge, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 93 Top 5% |
| State rank | #1189 of 1,479 | #86 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #31995 of 50,301 | #277 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 268 | 268 |
| Enrollment | 268 | 268 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 23.5% | 14.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 82% |
| city | East Orange | Old Bridge |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Walter M. Schirra Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (93.1 vs 39.9).
- •Walter M. Schirra Elementary School does better on math proficiency (82% vs 12%).
- •Walter M. Schirra Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 37%).
- •Walter M. Schirra Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.9% vs 23.5%).
- •Walter M. Schirra Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 14.1).
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 Gordon Parks Academy better than Walter M. Schirra Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Walter M. Schirra Elementary School ranks higher (93.1 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 Walter M. Schirra Elementary School?
About 42 km in a straight line, between East Orange and Old Bridge in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gordon Parks Academy: 268. Walter M. Schirra Elementary School: 268. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gordon Parks Academy and Walter M. Schirra Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
Gordon Parks Academy is 1189th of 1,479 and Walter M. Schirra Elementary School is 86th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).