Serving 361 students in grades 3-6, Frank W. Gavlak Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Frank W. Gavlak Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Wallington, NJ, encompassing an area of approximately 1 square mile. The school is typically a 5-10 minute drive for families within the zone, with the furthest edge located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frank W. Gavlak Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Frank W. Gavlak Elementary School's student population of 361 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Frank W. Gavlak Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frank W. Gavlak Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#827 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
14%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frank W. Gavlak Elementary School's ranking?
Frank W. Gavlak Elementary School is ranked #827 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Frank W. Gavlak Elementary School often compared to?
Frank W. Gavlak Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckenzie School, Jefferson (Annex) Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Frank W. Gavlak Elementary School?
361 students attend Frank W. Gavlak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Frank W. Gavlak Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frank W. Gavlak Elementary School?
Frank W. Gavlak Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Frank W. Gavlak Elementary School offer ?
Frank W. Gavlak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frank W. Gavlak Elementary School part of?
Frank W. Gavlak Elementary School is part of Wallington Boro School District.
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