Memorial High School vs Public School Number Five
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 232 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Memorial High School
West New York · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,345 students
Public School Number Five
West New York · Public elementary · Grades K–6
570 students
| Measure | Memorial High School West New York, New Jersey | Public School Number Five West New York, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #326 of 357 | #1355 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #15093 of 16,910 | #40538 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 2,345 | 570 |
| Enrollment | 2,345 | 570 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.4% | 94.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 31% |
| city | West New York | West New York |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Public School Number Five scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.8 vs 21.1).
- •Public School Number Five does better on math proficiency (31% vs 14%).
- •Public School Number Five does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 35%).
- •Memorial High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.4% vs 94.2%).
- •Public School Number Five does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 15.7).
- •Memorial High School is the larger school with 2,345 students compared with 570.
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 Memorial High School better than Public School Number Five?
On the Success Index (US), Public School Number Five ranks higher (26.8 vs 21.1 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 Memorial High School and Public School Number Five?
About 232 m in a straight line, between West New York and West New York in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Memorial High School: 2,345. Public School Number Five: 570. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Memorial High School and Public School Number Five rank in New Jersey?
Memorial High School is 326th of 357 and Public School Number Five is 1355th of 1,479 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).