Milton Avenue School vs Washington Avenue School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Milton Avenue School
Chatham · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
301 students
Washington Avenue School
Chatham · Public elementary · Grades K–3
286 students
| Measure | Milton Avenue School Chatham, New Jersey | Washington Avenue School Chatham, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 94 Top 5% | 93 Top 5% |
| State rank | #58 of 1,479 | #87 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #204 of 50,301 | #278 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–3 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 301 | 286 |
| Enrollment | 301 | 286 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 2.7% | 3.8% |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 10.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 74.5% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 84.5% | 87% |
| city | Chatham | Chatham |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (93.8 vs 93.1).
- •Washington Avenue School does better on math proficiency (87% vs 84.5%).
- •Milton Avenue School does better on reading proficiency (74.5% vs 72%).
- •Milton Avenue School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (2.7% vs 3.8%).
- •Washington Avenue School does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 10.8).
- •Milton Avenue School is the larger school with 301 students compared with 286.
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 Milton Avenue School better than Washington Avenue 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 Milton Avenue School and Washington Avenue School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Chatham and Chatham in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Milton Avenue School: 301. Washington Avenue School: 286. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Milton Avenue School and Washington Avenue School rank in New Jersey?
Milton Avenue School is 58th of 1,479 and Washington Avenue School is 87th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).