Serving 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Central Avenue School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Central Avenue School's student population of 499 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Avenue School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Avenue School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#384 out of 2183 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
18%
32%
Black
2%
15%
White
67%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Avenue School's ranking?
Central Avenue School is ranked #384 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Central Avenue School often compared to?
Central Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Torey J. Sabatini School, Kings Road School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Central Avenue School?
499 students attend Central Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Central Avenue School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Avenue School?
Central Avenue School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Central Avenue School offer ?
Central Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Central Avenue School part of?
Central Avenue School is part of Madison Public School District.
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