Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 vs Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 795 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Elizabeth · Public elementary · Grades K–8
765 students
Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy
Elizabeth · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,144 students
| Measure | Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 Elizabeth, New Jersey | Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy Elizabeth, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1281 of 1,479 | #296 of 357 |
| National rank | #36383 of 50,301 | #13982 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 765 | 1,144 |
| Enrollment | 765 | 1,144 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.7% | 80.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 6% |
| city | Elizabeth | Elizabeth |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.3 vs 27.0).
- •Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 does better on math proficiency (27% vs 6%).
- •Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 45%).
- •Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.5% vs 89.7%).
- •Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 14.5).
- •Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy is the larger school with 1,144 students compared with 765.
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 Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 better than Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 ranks higher (33.3 vs 27.0 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 Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 and Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy?
About 795 m in a straight line, between Elizabeth and Elizabeth in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3: 765. Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy: 1,144. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 and Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy rank in New Jersey?
Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 is 1281st of 1,479 and Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy is 296th of 357 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).