Nelson Mandela Elementary School vs Science Park High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 572 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nelson Mandela Elementary School
Newark · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
256 students
Science Park High School
Newark · Public high · Grades 7–12
964 students
| Measure | Nelson Mandela Elementary School Newark, New Jersey | Science Park High School Newark, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1449 of 1,479 | #115 of 357 |
| National rank | #45240 of 50,301 | #3714 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 256 | 964 |
| Enrollment | 256 | 964 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.1% | 68% |
| Students per teacher | 21.3 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 91% |
| Math proficiency | – | 65% |
| city | Newark | Newark |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Science Park High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.4 vs 19.4).
- •Science Park High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68% vs 87.1%).
- •Science Park High School does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 21.3).
- •Science Park High School is the larger school with 964 students compared with 256.
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 Nelson Mandela Elementary School better than Science Park High School?
On the Success Index (US), Science Park High School ranks higher (68.4 vs 19.4 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 Nelson Mandela Elementary School and Science Park High School?
About 572 m in a straight line, between Newark and Newark in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nelson Mandela Elementary School: 256. Science Park High School: 964. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nelson Mandela Elementary School and Science Park High School rank in New Jersey?
Nelson Mandela Elementary School is 1449th of 1,479 and Science Park High School is 115th of 357 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).