Polk Street School vs Robert Fulton Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 530 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
Robert Fulton Elementary School
North Bergen · Public elementary · Grades 1–8
938 students
| Measure | Polk Street School North Bergen, New Jersey | Robert Fulton Elementary School North Bergen, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1227 of 1,479 | #1029 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #33757 of 50,301 | #23707 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 1–8 |
| Students | 213 | 938 |
| Enrollment | 213 | 938 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.5% | 66.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 59% |
| Math proficiency | – | 39% |
| city | North Bergen | North Bergen |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Robert Fulton Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.1 vs 37.4).
- •Robert Fulton Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.7% vs 91.5%).
- •Polk Street School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 13.2).
- •Robert Fulton Elementary School is the larger school with 938 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 Robert Fulton Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Robert Fulton Elementary School ranks higher (52.1 vs 37.4 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 Robert Fulton Elementary School?
About 530 m in a straight line, between North Bergen and North Bergen in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Polk Street School: 213. Robert Fulton Elementary School: 938. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Polk Street School and Robert Fulton Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
Polk Street School is 1227th of 1,479 and Robert Fulton Elementary School is 1029th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).