Serving 657 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Edward J. Patten 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 2% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edward J. Patten Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Edward J. Patten Elementary School's student population of 657 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
657 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edward J. Patten Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edward J. Patten Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#2079 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
86%
32%
Black
10%
15%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edward J. Patten Elementary School's ranking?
Edward J. Patten Elementary School is ranked #2079 out of 2,183 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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Edward J. Patten Elementary School?
657 students attend Edward J. Patten Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Edward J. Patten Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edward J. Patten Elementary School?
Edward J. Patten Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Edward J. Patten Elementary School offer ?
Edward J. Patten Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Edward J. Patten Elementary School part of?
Edward J. Patten Elementary School is part of Perth Amboy Public School District.
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