James Madison Primary School vs John Marshal School No. 20
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 16 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Madison Primary School
Edison · Public elementary · Grades K–2
452 students
John Marshal School No. 20
Elizabeth · Public elementary · Grades K–8
452 students
| Measure | James Madison Primary School Edison, New Jersey | John Marshal School No. 20 Elizabeth, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #277 of 1,479 | #1307 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #1672 of 50,301 | #38154 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 452 | 452 |
| Enrollment | 452 | 452 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.7% | 87.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 45% |
| Math proficiency | – | 19% |
| city | Edison | Elizabeth |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Madison Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.9 vs 30.6).
- •James Madison Primary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.7% vs 87.6%).
- •James Madison Primary School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 13.3).
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 Madison Primary School better than John Marshal School No. 20?
On the Success Index (US), James Madison Primary School ranks higher (86.9 vs 30.6 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 Madison Primary School and John Marshal School No. 20?
About 16 km in a straight line, between Edison and Elizabeth in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Madison Primary School: 452. John Marshal School No. 20: 452. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Madison Primary School and John Marshal School No. 20 rank in New Jersey?
James Madison Primary School is 277th of 1,479 and John Marshal School No. 20 is 1307th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).