Mary S. Shoemaker School vs West Avenue School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 24 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mary S. Shoemaker School
Woodstown · Public elementary · Grades K–5
528 students
West Avenue School
Bridgeton · Public elementary · Grades K–8
528 students
| Measure | Mary S. Shoemaker School Woodstown, New Jersey | West Avenue School Bridgeton, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #548 of 1,479 | #1385 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #6712 of 50,301 | #42101 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 528 | 528 |
| Enrollment | 528 | 528 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.2% | 93.2% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 9.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 22% |
| city | Woodstown | Bridgeton |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mary S. Shoemaker School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.0 vs 24.4).
- •Mary S. Shoemaker School does better on math proficiency (63% vs 22%).
- •Mary S. Shoemaker School does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 25%).
- •Mary S. Shoemaker School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.2% vs 93.2%).
- •West Avenue School does better on students per teacher (9.4 vs 11.5).
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 Mary S. Shoemaker School better than West Avenue School?
On the Success Index (US), Mary S. Shoemaker School ranks higher (77.0 vs 24.4 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 Mary S. Shoemaker School and West Avenue School?
About 24 km in a straight line, between Woodstown and Bridgeton in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mary S. Shoemaker School: 528. West Avenue School: 528. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mary S. Shoemaker School and West Avenue School rank in New Jersey?
Mary S. Shoemaker School is 548th of 1,479 and West Avenue School is 1385th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).