Serving 456 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gilbert Avenue 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 45-49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gilbert Avenue School serves a central area in Elmwood Park, NJ, covering approximately 0.7 square miles. Families typically drive about 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilbert Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Gilbert Avenue School's student population of 456 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
456 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
We are CRUSADERS FOR OUR KIDS Excellence | Pride | Potential | Success
School Rankings
Gilbert Avenue 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 Gilbert Avenue School is 0.67, 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
#872 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
11%
Hispanic
47%
35%
Black
17%
14%
White
29%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilbert Avenue School's ranking?
Gilbert Avenue School is ranked #872 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Gilbert Avenue School often compared to?
Gilbert Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gantner Avenue School, Sixteenth Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Gilbert Avenue School?
456 students attend Gilbert Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Gilbert Avenue School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gilbert Avenue School?
Gilbert Avenue School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gilbert Avenue School offer ?
Gilbert Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gilbert Avenue School part of?
Gilbert Avenue School is part of Elmwood Park School District.
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