Memorial School vs Washington Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 20 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Memorial School
Union Beach · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
630 students
Washington Elementary School
Edison · Public elementary · Grades K–5
630 students
| Measure | Memorial School Union Beach, New Jersey | Washington Elementary School Edison, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #843 of 1,479 | #733 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #16108 of 50,301 | #12244 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 630 | 630 |
| Enrollment | 630 | 630 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.5% | 41.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 55% |
| city | Union Beach | Edison |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.7 vs 63.0).
- •Washington Elementary School does better on math proficiency (55% vs 44%).
- •Washington Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 59%).
- •Washington Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.1% vs 43.5%).
- •Memorial School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 13.1).
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 School better than Washington Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Elementary School ranks higher (68.7 vs 63.0 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 School and Washington Elementary School?
About 20 km in a straight line, between Union Beach and Edison in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Memorial School: 630. Washington Elementary School: 630. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Memorial School and Washington Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
Memorial School is 843rd of 1,479 and Washington Elementary School is 733rd of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).