Memorial High School vs Public School Number Two
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 218 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 Two
West New York · Public elementary · Grades K–6
621 students
| Measure | Memorial High School West New York, New Jersey | Public School Number Two West New York, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #326 of 357 | #1068 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #15093 of 16,910 | #25586 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 2,345 | 621 |
| Enrollment | 2,345 | 621 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.4% | 76.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 43% |
| city | West New York | West New York |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Public School Number Two scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.4 vs 21.1).
- •Public School Number Two does better on math proficiency (43% vs 14%).
- •Public School Number Two does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 35%).
- •Public School Number Two does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.7% vs 84.4%).
- •Public School Number Two does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 15.7).
- •Memorial High School is the larger school with 2,345 students compared with 621.
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 Two?
On the Success Index (US), Public School Number Two ranks higher (49.4 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 Two?
About 218 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 Two: 621. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Memorial High School and Public School Number Two rank in New Jersey?
Memorial High School is 326th of 357 and Public School Number Two is 1068th of 1,479 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).