Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School vs Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School
Perth Amboy · Public elementary · Grades K–5
632 students
Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School
Perth Amboy · Public elementary · Grades K–5
616 students
| Measure | Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School Perth Amboy, New Jersey | Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School Perth Amboy, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1191 of 1,479 | #1126 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #32337 of 50,301 | #29160 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 632 | 616 |
| Enrollment | 632 | 616 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.1% | 79.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 41% |
| city | Perth Amboy | Perth Amboy |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.2 vs 39.4).
- •Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 35%).
- •Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 40%).
- •Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.1% vs 79.9%).
- •Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 12.8).
- •Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School is the larger school with 632 students compared with 616.
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 Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School better than Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School ranks higher (44.2 vs 39.4 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 Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School and Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Perth Amboy and Perth Amboy in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School: 632. Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School: 616. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School and Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School is 1191st of 1,479 and Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School is 1126th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).