North Bergen High School vs Polk Street School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 433 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Bergen High School
N Bergen · Public high · Grades 8–12
2,328 students
Polk Street School
North Bergen · Public elementary · Grades K–8
213 students
| Measure | North Bergen High School N Bergen, New Jersey | Polk Street School North Bergen, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #315 of 357 | #1227 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #14661 of 16,910 | #33757 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 8–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 2,328 | 213 |
| Enrollment | 2,328 | 213 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.1% | 91.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | – |
| Math proficiency | 9% | – |
| city | N Bergen | North Bergen |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Polk Street School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.4 vs 23.6).
- •North Bergen High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.1% vs 91.5%).
- •Polk Street School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 14.7).
- •North Bergen High School is the larger school with 2,328 students compared with 213.
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 Bergen High School better than Polk Street School?
On the Success Index (US), Polk Street School ranks higher (37.4 vs 23.6 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 Bergen High School and Polk Street School?
About 433 m in a straight line, between N Bergen and North Bergen in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Bergen High School: 2,328. Polk Street School: 213. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Bergen High School and Polk Street School rank in New Jersey?
North Bergen High School is 315th of 357 and Polk Street School is 1227th of 1,479 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).