Serving 134 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Brookdale Avenue School 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 40-49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brookdale Avenue School serves a central area in Verona, NJ, covering approximately 0.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brookdale Avenue School's student population of 134 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
134 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Brookdale Avenue School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brookdale Avenue School is 0.29, 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
#906 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Asian
3%
11%
Hispanic
8%
35%
White
84%
37%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
38%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brookdale Avenue School's ranking?
Brookdale Avenue School is ranked #906 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
134 students attend Brookdale Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Brookdale Avenue School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
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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