Florence Riverfront School

500 East Front Street
Florence, NJ 08518
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 627 students in grades 4-8, Florence Riverfront 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 27% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: 4-8
  • Enrollment: 627 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 54%
  • : Bottom 50% in NJ
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 12% (Btm 50%)
  • : Florence Riverfront School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Florence, NJ, encompassing an area of approximately 10.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 4.1 miles at its furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

School Overview

Florence Riverfront School's student population of 627 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
627 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Florence Riverfront 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 Florence Riverfront School is 0.70, 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)
#1584 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
27%
38%
34%
49%
12%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
12%
11%
Hispanic
13%
35%
Black
24%
14%
White
46%
37%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
54%
0.70
(22-23)
16.9%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

Colors
Light Blue, Green, Yellow, Navy Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Florence Riverfront School's ranking?
Florence Riverfront School is ranked #1584 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Florence Riverfront School often compared to?
Florence Riverfront Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chesterfield Township Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Florence Riverfront School?
627 students attend Florence Riverfront School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Florence Riverfront School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Florence Riverfront School?
Florence Riverfront School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Florence Riverfront School offer ?
Florence Riverfront School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Florence Riverfront School part of?
Florence Riverfront School is part of Florence Township School District.

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: 4-8
  • Enrollment: 627 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 54%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 12% (Btm 50%)
  • : Florence Riverfront School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Florence, NJ, encompassing an area of approximately 10.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 4.1 miles at its furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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