Marion P. Thomas Charter School vs Nelson Mandela Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 662 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marion P. Thomas Charter School
Newark · Charter other · Grades PK–12
1,410 students
Nelson Mandela Elementary School
Newark · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
256 students
| Measure | Marion P. Thomas Charter School Newark, New Jersey | Nelson Mandela Elementary School Newark, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #1449 of 1,479 |
| National rank | – | #45240 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Other | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–12 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 1,410 | 256 |
| Enrollment | 1,410 | 256 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.4% | 87.1% |
| Students per teacher | 24.3 | 21.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | – |
| Math proficiency | 19% | – |
| city | Newark | Newark |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marion P. Thomas Charter School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.4% vs 87.1%).
- •Nelson Mandela Elementary School does better on students per teacher (21.3 vs 24.3).
- •Marion P. Thomas Charter School is the larger school with 1,410 students compared with 256.
- •Marion P. Thomas Charter School is a charter school while Nelson Mandela Elementary School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Marion P. Thomas Charter School better than Nelson Mandela Elementary 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 Marion P. Thomas Charter School and Nelson Mandela Elementary School?
About 662 m in a straight line, between Newark and Newark in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marion P. Thomas Charter School: 1,410. Nelson Mandela Elementary School: 256. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marion P. Thomas Charter School and Nelson Mandela Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
Marion P. Thomas Charter School is unranked and Nelson Mandela Elementary School is 1449th of 1,479 among other schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).