Polk Street School vs Public School Number One
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 800 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Polk Street School
North Bergen · Public elementary · Grades K–8
213 students
Public School Number One
West New York · Public elementary · Grades K–6
758 students
| Measure | Polk Street School North Bergen, New Jersey | Public School Number One West New York, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1227 of 1,479 | #1298 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #33757 of 50,301 | #37694 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 213 | 758 |
| Enrollment | 213 | 758 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.5% | 92.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 41% |
| Math proficiency | – | 31% |
| city | North Bergen | West New York |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Polk Street School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.4 vs 31.3).
- •Polk Street School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.5% vs 92.1%).
- •Polk Street School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 13.1).
- •Public School Number One is the larger school with 758 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 Polk Street School better than Public School Number One?
On the Success Index (US), Polk Street School ranks higher (37.4 vs 31.3 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 Polk Street School and Public School Number One?
About 800 m in a straight line, between North Bergen and West New York in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Polk Street School: 213. Public School Number One: 758. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Polk Street School and Public School Number One rank in New Jersey?
Polk Street School is 1227th of 1,479 and Public School Number One is 1298th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).