Serving 542 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Center Grove School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Center Grove School serves the east part of Randolph, NJ, covering an attendance zone of approximately 8.3 square miles where most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school. The distance from the school to the nearest edge of the zone averages about 2.5 miles, with the furthest edge being 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Center Grove School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Center Grove School's student population of 542 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
542 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
Inspire and Empower All Students
School Rankings
Center Grove 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 Center Grove School is 0.61, 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
#241 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Ram
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Center Grove School's ranking?
Center Grove School is ranked #241 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Center Grove School often compared to?
Center Grove Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ironia School, Fernbrook School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Center Grove School?
542 students attend Center Grove School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Center Grove School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Center Grove School?
Center Grove School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Center Grove School offer ?
Center Grove School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Center Grove School part of?
Center Grove School is part of Randolph Township School District.
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