North Arlington High School vs Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 742 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Arlington High School
North Arlington Β· Public high Β· Grades 9β12
634 students
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
North Arlington Β· Public elementary Β· Grades Kβ5
164 students
| Measure | North Arlington High School North Arlington, New Jersey | Thomas Jefferson Elementary School North Arlington, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #226 of 357 | #844 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #9866 of 16,910 | #16134 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9β12 | Grades Kβ5 |
| Students | 634 | 164 |
| Enrollment | 634 | 164 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 36.3% | 43.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 47% |
| city | North Arlington | North Arlington |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | β | β |
The verdict
- β’Thomas Jefferson Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.0 vs 44.3).
- β’Thomas Jefferson Elementary School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 23%).
- β’Thomas Jefferson Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 45%).
- β’North Arlington High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.3% vs 43.9%).
- β’Thomas Jefferson Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 13.8).
- β’North Arlington High School is the larger school with 634 students compared with 164.
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 North Arlington High School better than Thomas Jefferson Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas Jefferson Elementary School ranks higher (63.0 vs 44.3 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 North Arlington High School and Thomas Jefferson Elementary School?
About 742 m in a straight line, between North Arlington and North Arlington in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Arlington High School: 634. Thomas Jefferson Elementary School: 164. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Arlington High School and Thomas Jefferson Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
North Arlington High School is 226th of 357 and Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is 844th of 1,479 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).