Lafayette Avenue School vs Washington Avenue School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 840 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lafayette Avenue School
Chatham · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
554 students
Washington Avenue School
Chatham · Public elementary · Grades K–3
286 students
| Measure | Lafayette Avenue School Chatham, New Jersey | Washington Avenue School Chatham, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 95 Top 5% | 93 Top 5% |
| State rank | #35 of 1,479 | #87 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #140 of 50,301 | #278 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 554 | 286 |
| Enrollment | 554 | 286 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 2.7% | 3.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.3 | 10.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 81% | 87% |
| city | Chatham | Chatham |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lafayette Avenue School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (94.5 vs 93.1).
- •Washington Avenue School does better on math proficiency (87% vs 81%).
- •Lafayette Avenue School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 72%).
- •Lafayette Avenue School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (2.7% vs 3.8%).
- •Washington Avenue School does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 11.3).
- •Lafayette Avenue School is the larger school with 554 students compared with 286.
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 Lafayette Avenue School better than Washington Avenue School?
On the Success Index (US), Lafayette Avenue School ranks higher (94.5 vs 93.1 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 Lafayette Avenue School and Washington Avenue School?
About 840 m in a straight line, between Chatham and Chatham in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lafayette Avenue School: 554. Washington Avenue School: 286. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lafayette Avenue School and Washington Avenue School rank in New Jersey?
Lafayette Avenue School is 35th of 1,479 and Washington Avenue School is 87th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).