Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Centre City Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centre City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Centre City Elementary School's student population of 457 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Centre City Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centre City Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#334 out of 2201 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
8%
32%
Black
5%
15%
White
79%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centre City Elementary School's ranking?
Centre City Elementary School is ranked #334 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Centre City Elementary School often compared to?
Centre City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harrison Township Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Centre City Elementary School?
457 students attend Centre City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Centre City Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centre City Elementary School?
Centre City Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Centre City Elementary School offer ?
Centre City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Centre City Elementary School part of?
Centre City Elementary School is part of Mantua Township School District.
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