Kisthardt Elementary School vs Thomas P. Hughes School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 60 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kisthardt Elementary School
Hamilton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
250 students
Thomas P. Hughes School
Berkeley Hts · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
250 students
| Measure | Kisthardt Elementary School Hamilton, New Jersey | Thomas P. Hughes School Berkeley Hts, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 95 Top 5% |
| State rank | #1218 of 1,479 | #33 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #33368 of 50,301 | #133 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 250 | 250 |
| Enrollment | 250 | 250 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.6% | 2.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 10.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 81% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 86% |
| city | Hamilton | Berkeley Hts |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas P. Hughes School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (94.6 vs 37.9).
- •Thomas P. Hughes School does better on math proficiency (86% vs 32%).
- •Thomas P. Hughes School does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 42%).
- •Thomas P. Hughes School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (2.8% vs 73.6%).
- •Thomas P. Hughes School does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 12.5).
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 Kisthardt Elementary School better than Thomas P. Hughes School?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas P. Hughes School ranks higher (94.6 vs 37.9 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 Kisthardt Elementary School and Thomas P. Hughes School?
About 60 km in a straight line, between Hamilton and Berkeley Hts in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kisthardt Elementary School: 250. Thomas P. Hughes School: 250. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kisthardt Elementary School and Thomas P. Hughes School rank in New Jersey?
Kisthardt Elementary School is 1218th of 1,479 and Thomas P. Hughes School is 33rd of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).