Serving 616 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Robert N. Wilentz 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 19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower 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.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School serves the southern part of Perth Amboy, NJ, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School's student population of 616 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
616 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Robert N. Wilentz Elementary 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 Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#1786 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
95%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-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 Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School's ranking?
Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School is ranked #1786 out of 2,184 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School?
616 students attend Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School?
Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School offer ?
Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School part of?
Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School is part of Perth Amboy Public School District.
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