Passaic Arts and Science Charter School vs Passaic Preparatory Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 773 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Passaic Arts and Science Charter School
Passaic · Charter other · Grades K–12
2,175 students
Passaic Preparatory Academy
Passaic · Public high · Grades 6–12
710 students
| Measure | Passaic Arts and Science Charter School Passaic, New Jersey | Passaic Preparatory Academy Passaic, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #285 of 357 |
| National rank | – | #13425 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Other | High |
| Year range | Grades K–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 2,175 | 710 |
| Enrollment | 2,175 | 710 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.1% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 20% |
| city | Passaic | Passaic |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Passaic Arts and Science Charter School does better on math proficiency (29% vs 20%).
- •Passaic Preparatory Academy does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 44%).
- •Passaic Arts and Science Charter School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.1% vs 100%).
- •Passaic Arts and Science Charter School does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 13.7).
- •Passaic Arts and Science Charter School is the larger school with 2,175 students compared with 710.
- •Passaic Arts and Science Charter School is a charter school while Passaic Preparatory Academy is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Passaic Arts and Science Charter School better than Passaic Preparatory Academy?
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 Passaic Arts and Science Charter School and Passaic Preparatory Academy?
About 773 m in a straight line, between Passaic and Passaic in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Passaic Arts and Science Charter School: 2,175. Passaic Preparatory Academy: 710. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Passaic Arts and Science Charter School and Passaic Preparatory Academy rank in New Jersey?
Passaic Arts and Science Charter School is unranked and Passaic Preparatory Academy is 285th of 357 among other schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).