New York Avenue School vs Uptown School Complex
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
New York Avenue School
Atlantic City · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
550 students
Uptown School Complex
Atlantic City · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
518 students
| Measure | New York Avenue School Atlantic City, New Jersey | Uptown School Complex Atlantic City, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1451 of 1,479 | #1443 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #45364 of 50,301 | #44802 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 550 | 518 |
| Enrollment | 550 | 518 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.8% | 90.3% |
| Students per teacher | 10.6 | 8.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 15% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 7% |
| city | Atlantic City | Atlantic City |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (19.2 vs 20.1).
- •New York Avenue School does better on math proficiency (11% vs 7%).
- •Uptown School Complex does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.3% vs 91.8%).
- •Uptown School Complex does better on students per teacher (8.8 vs 10.6).
- •New York Avenue School is the larger school with 550 students compared with 518.
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 New York Avenue School better than Uptown School Complex?
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 New York Avenue School and Uptown School Complex?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Atlantic City and Atlantic City in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
New York Avenue School: 550. Uptown School Complex: 518. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do New York Avenue School and Uptown School Complex rank in New Jersey?
New York Avenue School is 1451st of 1,479 and Uptown School Complex is 1443rd of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).