Serving 384 students in grades 4-8, Dual Language School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dual Language School's student population of 384 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
384 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Dual Language School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dual Language School is 0.04, 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
#1278 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
98%
35%
Black
1%
14%
White
1%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dual Language School's ranking?
Dual Language School is ranked #1278 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Dual Language School?
384 students attend Dual Language School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Dual Language School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dual Language School?
Dual Language School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dual Language School offer ?
Dual Language School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dual Language School part of?
Dual Language School is part of Perth Amboy Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Dual Language School located?
Dual Language School is located in the Woodbridge neighborhood of Fords, NJ.
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