Hawkins Street School vs Ironbound Academy Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hawkins Street School
Newark · Public elementary · Grades K–8
660 students
Ironbound Academy Elementary School
Newark · Public elementary · Grades K–6
325 students
| Measure | Hawkins Street School Newark, New Jersey | Ironbound Academy Elementary School Newark, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1414 of 1,479 | #1423 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #43007 of 50,301 | #43530 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 660 | 325 |
| Enrollment | 660 | 325 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.4% | 80.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 20.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | – |
| Math proficiency | 24% | – |
| city | Newark | Newark |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (22.9 vs 22.1).
- •Ironbound Academy Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.9% vs 89.4%).
- •Hawkins Street School does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 20.3).
- •Hawkins Street School is the larger school with 660 students compared with 325.
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 Hawkins Street School better than Ironbound Academy 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 Hawkins Street School and Ironbound Academy Elementary School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Newark and Newark in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hawkins Street School: 660. Ironbound Academy Elementary School: 325. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hawkins Street School and Ironbound Academy Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
Hawkins Street School is 1414th of 1,479 and Ironbound Academy Elementary School is 1423rd of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).