Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Canfield 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% 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-6
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Canfield Avenue School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Mine Hill school district, covering approximately 3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Canfield Avenue School's student population of 382 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Motto
Work Hard, Have Fun, Be Kind And Make A Difference.
School Rankings
Canfield 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 Canfield Avenue School is 0.57, 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
#924 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
61%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canfield Avenue School's ranking?
Canfield Avenue School is ranked #924 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Canfield Avenue School often compared to?
Canfield Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Canfield Avenue School?
382 students attend Canfield Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Canfield Avenue School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canfield Avenue School?
Canfield Avenue School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Canfield Avenue School offer ?
Canfield Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canfield Avenue School part of?
Canfield Avenue School is part of Mine Hill Township School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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