Number 1 vs Number 6
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Number 1
Linden · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
454 students
Number 6
Linden · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
320 students
| Measure | Number 1 Linden, New Jersey | Number 6 Linden, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1167 of 1,479 | #1168 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #31020 of 50,301 | #31096 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 454 | 320 |
| Enrollment | 454 | 320 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.6% | 63.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 37% |
| city | Linden | Linden |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (41.4 vs 41.3).
- •Number 6 does better on math proficiency (37% vs 35%).
- •Number 1 does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 42%).
- •Number 6 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.8% vs 75.6%).
- •Number 1 does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 13.9).
- •Number 1 is the larger school with 454 students compared with 320.
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 Number 1 better than Number 6?
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 Number 1 and Number 6?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Linden and Linden in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Number 1: 454. Number 6: 320. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Number 1 and Number 6 rank in New Jersey?
Number 1 is 1167th of 1,479 and Number 6 is 1168th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).