James Caldwell High School vs Jefferson Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 580 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Caldwell High School
West Caldwell · Public high · Grades 9–12
749 students
Jefferson Elementary School
West Caldwell · Public elementary · Grades K–5
246 students
| Measure | James Caldwell High School West Caldwell, New Jersey | Jefferson Elementary School West Caldwell, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #74 of 357 | #387 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #1983 of 16,910 | #3337 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 749 | 246 |
| Enrollment | 749 | 246 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 11.5% | 17.9% |
| Students per teacher | 10.0 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 62% |
| city | West Caldwell | West Caldwell |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.1 vs 75.8).
- •Jefferson Elementary School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 39%).
- •James Caldwell High School does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 72%).
- •James Caldwell High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.5% vs 17.9%).
- •James Caldwell High School does better on students per teacher (10.0 vs 10.7).
- •James Caldwell High School is the larger school with 749 students compared with 246.
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 James Caldwell High School better than Jefferson Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elementary School ranks higher (83.1 vs 75.8 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 Caldwell High School and Jefferson Elementary School?
About 580 m in a straight line, between West Caldwell and West Caldwell in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Caldwell High School: 749. Jefferson Elementary School: 246. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Caldwell High School and Jefferson Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
James Caldwell High School is 74th of 357 and Jefferson Elementary School is 387th of 1,479 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).