Serving 286 students in grades Prekindergarten-1, Durban Avenue Elementary 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 34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 57%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Math Proficiency: 34%
- Reading Proficiency: 45%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Durban Avenue Elementary School's student population of 286 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
286 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Durban Avenue Elementary 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)45%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
11%
Hispanic
41%
35%
Black
5%
14%
White
47%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Durban Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Durban Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tulsa Trail Elementary School, Hopatcong Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% NJ state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% NJ state average).
How many students attend Durban Avenue Elementary School?
286 students attend Durban Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Durban Avenue Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Durban Avenue Elementary School?
Durban Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Durban Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Durban Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Durban Avenue Elementary School part of?
Durban Avenue Elementary School is part of Hopatcong Borough School District.
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