Horace Mann Elementary School vs Polk Street School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 942 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Horace Mann Elementary School
North Bergen · Public elementary · Grades 1–8
978 students
Polk Street School
North Bergen · Public elementary · Grades K–8
213 students
| Measure | Horace Mann Elementary School North Bergen, New Jersey | Polk Street School North Bergen, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1101 of 1,479 | #1227 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #27391 of 50,301 | #33757 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 978 | 213 |
| Enrollment | 978 | 213 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.1% | 91.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | – |
| Math proficiency | 38% | – |
| city | North Bergen | North Bergen |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Horace Mann Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.7 vs 37.4).
- •Horace Mann Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.1% vs 91.5%).
- •Polk Street School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 14.2).
- •Horace Mann Elementary School is the larger school with 978 students compared with 213.
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 Horace Mann Elementary School better than Polk Street School?
On the Success Index (US), Horace Mann Elementary School ranks higher (46.7 vs 37.4 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 Horace Mann Elementary School and Polk Street School?
About 942 m in a straight line, between North Bergen and North Bergen in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Horace Mann Elementary School: 978. Polk Street School: 213. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Horace Mann Elementary School and Polk Street School rank in New Jersey?
Horace Mann Elementary School is 1101st of 1,479 and Polk Street School is 1227th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).