Rafael Hernandez School vs Washington Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 988 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Rafael Hernandez School
Newark · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
713 students
Washington Elementary School
Kearny · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
557 students
| Measure | Rafael Hernandez School Newark, New Jersey | Washington Elementary School Kearny, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1478 of 1,479 | #1153 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #47659 of 50,301 | #30456 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 713 | 557 |
| Enrollment | 713 | 557 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.9% | 83.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 10.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 36% |
| city | Newark | Kearny |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.3 vs 15.0).
- •Washington Elementary School does better on math proficiency (36% vs 11%).
- •Washington Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 23%).
- •Rafael Hernandez School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.9% vs 83.5%).
- •Washington Elementary School does better on students per teacher (10.1 vs 16.2).
- •Rafael Hernandez School is the larger school with 713 students compared with 557.
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 Rafael Hernandez School better than Washington Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Elementary School ranks higher (42.3 vs 15.0 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 Rafael Hernandez School and Washington Elementary School?
About 988 m in a straight line, between Newark and Kearny in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Rafael Hernandez School: 713. Washington Elementary School: 557. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Rafael Hernandez School and Washington Elementary School rank in New Jersey?
Rafael Hernandez School is 1478th of 1,479 and Washington Elementary School is 1153rd of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).