Serving 415 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Berkley Street School ranks in the top 30% 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 55% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Berkley Street Elementary School serves a central area of New Milford, NJ, encompassing approximately 1.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest boundary located about a mile from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berkley Street School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Berkley Street School's student population of 415 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
415 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Berkley Street School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berkley Street School is 0.73, which is more 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
#514 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
23%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
34%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
10%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
31%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berkley Street School's ranking?
Berkley Street School is ranked #514 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Berkley Street School often compared to?
Berkley Street Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Berkley Street School?
415 students attend Berkley Street School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Berkley Street School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berkley Street School?
Berkley Street School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Berkley Street School offer ?
Berkley Street School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Berkley Street School part of?
Berkley Street School is part of New Milford Public School District.
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