Serving 117 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Brookdale Avenue School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 117 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brookdale Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Brookdale Avenue School's student population of 117 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
117 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Brookdale Avenue School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brookdale Avenue School is 0.26, 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
#634 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
7%
34%
Black
1%
15%
White
86%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
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 is Brookdale Avenue School's ranking?
Brookdale Avenue School is ranked #634 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Brookdale Avenue School often compared to?
Brookdale Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Redwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Brookdale Avenue School?
117 students attend Brookdale Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Brookdale Avenue School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brookdale Avenue School?
Brookdale Avenue School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brookdale Avenue School offer ?
Brookdale Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brookdale Avenue School part of?
Brookdale Avenue School is part of Verona Public School District.
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