Salome H. Long Memorial School vs Walnut Avenue School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 34 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Salome H. Long Memorial School
Saddle Brook · Public elementary · Grades K–6
304 students
Walnut Avenue School
Cranford · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
304 students
| Measure | Salome H. Long Memorial School Saddle Brook, New Jersey | Walnut Avenue School Cranford, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #714 of 1,479 | #500 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #11823 of 50,301 | #5393 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 304 | 304 |
| Enrollment | 304 | 304 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 19.7% | 1.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | – |
| Math proficiency | 47% | – |
| city | Saddle Brook | Cranford |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Walnut Avenue School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.3 vs 69.3).
- •Walnut Avenue School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (1.6% vs 19.7%).
- •Salome H. Long Memorial School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 15.2).
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 Salome H. Long Memorial School better than Walnut Avenue School?
On the Success Index (US), Walnut Avenue School ranks higher (79.3 vs 69.3 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 Salome H. Long Memorial School and Walnut Avenue School?
About 34 km in a straight line, between Saddle Brook and Cranford in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Salome H. Long Memorial School: 304. Walnut Avenue School: 304. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Salome H. Long Memorial School and Walnut Avenue School rank in New Jersey?
Salome H. Long Memorial School is 714th of 1,479 and Walnut Avenue School is 500th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).