Jefferson Elementary School vs Washington School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.4 km 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
Washington School
Garwood · Public other · Grades PK–PK
44 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary School Westfield, New Jersey | Washington School Garwood, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 89 Top 5% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #211 of 1,479 | – |
| National rank | #986 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades 1–5 | Grades PK–PK |
| Students | 467 | 44 |
| Enrollment | 467 | 44 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 0.6% | 15.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | – |
| Math proficiency | 77% | – |
| city | Westfield | Garwood |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (0.6% vs 15.9%).
- •Jefferson Elementary School is the larger school with 467 students compared with 44.
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 Washington School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Jefferson Elementary School and Washington School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Westfield and Garwood in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary School: 467. Washington School: 44. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary School and Washington School rank in New Jersey?
Jefferson Elementary School is 211th of 1,479 and Washington School is unranked among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).