School #3 vs Thomas Richards Early Childhood Center
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 136 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
School #3
Clifton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
257 students
Thomas Richards Early Childhood Center
Atco · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
257 students
| Measure | School #3 Clifton, New Jersey | Thomas Richards Early Childhood Center Atco, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1117 of 1,479 | #1123 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #28505 of 50,301 | #29032 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 257 | 257 |
| Enrollment | 257 | 257 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70% | 30.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 32% |
| city | Clifton | Atco |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (45.2 vs 44.4).
- •School #3 does better on math proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •School #3 does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 27%).
- •Thomas Richards Early Childhood Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.7% vs 70%).
- •Thomas Richards Early Childhood Center does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 13.5).
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 School #3 better than Thomas Richards Early Childhood Center?
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 School #3 and Thomas Richards Early Childhood Center?
About 136 km in a straight line, between Clifton and Atco in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
School #3: 257. Thomas Richards Early Childhood Center: 257. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do School #3 and Thomas Richards Early Childhood Center rank in New Jersey?
School #3 is 1117th of 1,479 and Thomas Richards Early Childhood Center is 1123rd of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).