Serving 116 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 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 116 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39%
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59%
- Science Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atlantic Avenue ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Atlantic Avenue's student population of 116 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
116 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 27, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Atlantic Avenue is 0.21, 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
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
4%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
89%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
116 students attend Atlantic Avenue.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Atlantic Avenue students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Atlantic Avenue?
Atlantic Avenue has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than 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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