James A Cotten Intermediate School vs W. R. James Sr. Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 569 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James A Cotten Intermediate School
Willingboro · Public middle · Grades 5–6
542 students
W. R. James Sr. Elementary School
Willingboro · Public elementary · Grades 1–4
408 students
| Measure | James A Cotten Intermediate School Willingboro, New Jersey | W. R. James Sr. Elementary School Willingboro, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #433 of 440 | #1422 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #13923 of 15,369 | #43501 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades 1–4 |
| Students | 542 | 408 |
| Enrollment | 542 | 408 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.4% | 78.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 13% | 17% |
| city | Willingboro | Willingboro |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •W. R. James Sr. Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.2 vs 19.1).
- •W. R. James Sr. Elementary School does better on math proficiency (17% vs 13%).
- •James A Cotten Intermediate School does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 27%).
- •James A Cotten Intermediate School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.4% vs 78.4%).
- •W. R. James Sr. Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 16.4).
- •James A Cotten Intermediate School is the larger school with 542 students compared with 408.
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 James A Cotten Intermediate School better than W. R. James Sr. Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), W. R. James Sr. Elementary School ranks higher (22.2 vs 19.1 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 James A Cotten Intermediate School and W. R. James Sr. Elementary School?
About 569 m in a straight line, between Willingboro and Willingboro in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James A Cotten Intermediate School: 542. W. R. James Sr. Elementary School: 408. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James A Cotten Intermediate School and W. R. James Sr. Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
James A Cotten Intermediate School is 433rd of 440 and W. R. James Sr. Elementary School is 1422nd of 1,479 among middle schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).