Jefferson Elementary School vs Tamaques Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 860 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elementary School
Westfield · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
467 students
Tamaques Elementary School
Westfield · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
427 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary School Westfield, New Jersey | Tamaques Elementary School Westfield, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 89 Top 5% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #211 of 1,479 | #259 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #986 of 50,301 | #1447 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–5 | Grades 1–5 |
| Students | 467 | 427 |
| Enrollment | 467 | 427 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 0.6% | 3.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 73% |
| city | Westfield | Westfield |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (89.1 vs 87.6).
- •Jefferson Elementary School does better on math proficiency (77% vs 73%).
- •Jefferson Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 72%).
- •Jefferson Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (0.6% vs 3.5%).
- •Tamaques Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 13.7).
- •Jefferson Elementary School is the larger school with 467 students compared with 427.
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 Tamaques Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elementary School ranks higher (89.1 vs 87.6 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 Jefferson Elementary School and Tamaques Elementary School?
About 860 m in a straight line, between Westfield and Westfield in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary School: 467. Tamaques Elementary School: 427. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary School and Tamaques Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
Jefferson Elementary School is 211th of 1,479 and Tamaques Elementary School is 259th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).