Central Elementary School

Central Elementary School serves 348 students in grades Kindergarten-2. 
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 348 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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School Overview

Central Elementary School's student population of 348 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
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School Rankings

The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.40, 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.
This School
State Level (NJ)
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
73%
34%
Black
27%
15%
White
n/a
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.40
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Central Elementary School?
348 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Central Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 27% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Orange Board Of Education School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 348 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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