Grove Street Elementary School vs University Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 716 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Grove Street Elementary School
Irvington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
443 students
University Middle School
Irvington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
719 students
| Measure | Grove Street Elementary School Irvington, New Jersey | University Middle School Irvington, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1432 of 1,479 | #427 of 440 |
| National rank | #43961 of 50,301 | #13426 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 443 | 719 |
| Enrollment | 443 | 719 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.3% | 76.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 10% |
| city | Irvington | Irvington |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (21.4 vs 22.0).
- •Grove Street Elementary School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 10%).
- •Grove Street Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 24%).
- •University Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.8% vs 90.3%).
- •University Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 15.8).
- •University Middle School is the larger school with 719 students compared with 443.
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 Grove Street Elementary School better than University Middle 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 Grove Street Elementary School and University Middle School?
About 716 m in a straight line, between Irvington and Irvington in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Grove Street Elementary School: 443. University Middle School: 719. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Grove Street Elementary School and University Middle School rank in New Jersey?
Grove Street Elementary School is 1432nd of 1,479 and University Middle School is 427th of 440 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).