Laurel Springs School vs Shaler Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 140 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Laurel Springs School
Laurel Springs · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
179 students
Shaler Academy
Ridgefield · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
179 students
| Measure | Laurel Springs School Laurel Springs, New Jersey | Shaler Academy Ridgefield, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #578 of 1,479 | #699 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #7600 of 50,301 | #11120 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 179 | 179 |
| Enrollment | 179 | 179 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 25.1% | 45.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 9.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | – |
| Math proficiency | 57% | – |
| city | Laurel Springs | Ridgefield |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Laurel Springs School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.6 vs 70.3).
- •Laurel Springs School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.1% vs 45.8%).
- •Shaler Academy does better on students per teacher (9.0 vs 13.8).
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 Laurel Springs School better than Shaler Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Laurel Springs School ranks higher (75.6 vs 70.3 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 Laurel Springs School and Shaler Academy?
About 140 km in a straight line, between Laurel Springs and Ridgefield in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Laurel Springs School: 179. Shaler Academy: 179. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Laurel Springs School and Shaler Academy rank in New Jersey?
Laurel Springs School is 578th of 1,479 and Shaler Academy is 699th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).