Jefferson Elementary School vs Richard E Byrd School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 19 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elementary School
West Caldwell · Public elementary · Grades K–5
246 students
Richard E Byrd School
Glen Rock · Public elementary · Grades K–5
246 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary School West Caldwell, New Jersey | Richard E Byrd School Glen Rock, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #387 of 1,479 | #294 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #3337 of 50,301 | #1833 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 246 | 246 |
| Enrollment | 246 | 246 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.9% | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 77% |
| city | West Caldwell | Glen Rock |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Richard E Byrd School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.5 vs 83.1).
- •Richard E Byrd School does better on math proficiency (77% vs 62%).
- •Richard E Byrd School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 72%).
- •Jefferson Elementary School does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 12.9).
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 Jefferson Elementary School better than Richard E Byrd School?
On the Success Index (US), Richard E Byrd School ranks higher (86.5 vs 83.1 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 Jefferson Elementary School and Richard E Byrd School?
About 19 km in a straight line, between West Caldwell and Glen Rock in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary School: 246. Richard E Byrd School: 246. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary School and Richard E Byrd School rank in New Jersey?
Jefferson Elementary School is 387th of 1,479 and Richard E Byrd School is 294th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).