Serving 598 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Richmond 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 40% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richmond Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Richmond Avenue School's student population of 598 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
598 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
Richmond Avenue School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richmond Avenue School is 0.64, 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
#1066 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
29%
10%
Hispanic
51%
34%
Black
14%
15%
White
4%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richmond Avenue School's ranking?
Richmond Avenue School is ranked #1066 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Richmond Avenue School often compared to?
Richmond Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chelsea Heights School, Sovereign Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Richmond Avenue School?
598 students attend Richmond Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Richmond Avenue School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richmond Avenue School?
Richmond Avenue School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Richmond Avenue School offer ?
Richmond Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richmond Avenue School part of?
Richmond Avenue School is part of Atlantic City School District.
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