Jefferson Elementary School vs Wilson Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.3 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
Wilson Elementary School
West Caldwell · Public elementary · Grades K–5
214 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary School West Caldwell, New Jersey | Wilson Elementary School West Caldwell, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 86 Top 5% |
| State rank | #387 of 1,479 | #313 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #3337 of 50,301 | #2077 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 246 | 214 |
| Enrollment | 246 | 214 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.9% | 9.3% |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 67% |
| city | West Caldwell | West Caldwell |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wilson Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.9 vs 83.1).
- •Wilson Elementary School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •Wilson Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (9.3% vs 17.9%).
- •Jefferson Elementary School is the larger school with 246 students compared with 214.
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 Wilson Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Wilson Elementary School ranks higher (85.9 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 Wilson Elementary School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between West Caldwell and West Caldwell in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary School: 246. Wilson Elementary School: 214. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary School and Wilson Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
Jefferson Elementary School is 387th of 1,479 and Wilson Elementary School is 313th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).