Serving 125 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Atlantic Avenue ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher 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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 125 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39%
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59%
- Science Proficiency: <50%
- Attendance Zone: Atlantic Ave's attendance zone covers the entire Haddon Heights school district, encompassing approximately 1.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 0.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Atlantic Avenue's student population of 125 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
125 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Atlantic Avenue is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
11%
35%
Black
3%
14%
White
83%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)1.6%
18.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Atlantic Avenue often compared to?
Atlantic Avenueis often viewed alongside schools like Audubon Junior/senior High School, Haviland Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Atlantic Avenue?
125 students attend Atlantic Avenue.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Atlantic Avenue students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Atlantic Avenue?
Atlantic Avenue has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Atlantic Avenue offer ?
Atlantic Avenue offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Atlantic Avenue part of?
Atlantic Avenue is part of Haddon Heights School District.
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