Berkeley Elementary School

351 Bloomfield Ave
Bloomfield, NJ 07003
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 446 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Berkeley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 446 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 88%
  • : Bottom 50% in NJ
  • : 6% (Btm 50%)
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

School Overview

Berkeley Elementary School's student population of 446 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
446 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
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School Rankings

Berkeley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berkeley Elementary School is 0.62, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NJ)
#1913 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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6%
26%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Berkeley Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
28%
47%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Berkeley Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of New Jersey by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
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American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
10%
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Hispanic
56%
32%
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Black
24%
15%
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White
12%
40%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.62
This chart display the diversity score of Berkeley Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of New Jersey by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
30%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Berkeley Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Berkeley Elementary School's ranking?
Berkeley Elementary School is ranked #1913 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Berkeley Elementary School often compared to?
Berkeley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Berkeley Elementary School?
446 students attend Berkeley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Berkeley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berkeley Elementary School?
Berkeley Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Berkeley Elementary School offer ?
Berkeley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Berkeley Elementary School part of?
Berkeley Elementary School is part of Bloomfield Township School District.

School Reviews

5   1/23/2023
Berkeley Elementary has been great for my kids. My daughter started there in 2nd Grade and my son started in Kindergarten. My daughter graduated last year and is now going to Bloomfield Middle School where she is in all Honors classes. Berkeley has some awesome teachers. Teachers that truly care about each child's education and growth. They have Class Dojo which has been so helpful with communication throughout the school. They also have a great Home and School Association that really pull together and make great events for the children. Not to mention the guidance counselor who is super observant and in tune with the children''s needs. Our principal is super supportive, and approachable and the children love and respect her. I truly love how she has the children do a Mantra every morning before starting school. Berkeley is a great school; I highly recommend it.
- Posted by Parent - TM

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 446 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 88%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 6% (Btm 50%)
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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