Serving 97 students in grades 5-8, Avalon Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 97 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Avalon Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Avalon, NJ, encompassing approximately 5.1 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 2.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Avalon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Avalon Elementary School's student population of 97 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
97 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Avalon Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Avalon Elementary School is 0.22, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#327 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
8%
35%
Black
n/a
14%
White
88%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.4%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avalon Elementary School's ranking?
Avalon Elementary School is ranked #327 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Avalon Elementary School?
97 students attend Avalon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Avalon Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Avalon Elementary School?
Avalon Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Avalon Elementary School offer ?
Avalon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Avalon Elementary School part of?
Avalon Elementary School is part of Avalon School District.
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