Very Good
#645 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 26% in state
A Chester Redshaw School
Elementary School · New Brunswick School District
216 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Enrollment
736
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
736
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#645 of 2,466
In New Brunswick
#1 of 12
public schools
In district
#1 of 11
New Brunswick School District
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About A Chester Redshaw School
A Chester Redshaw School is a public elementary school in New Brunswick, NJ, part of New Brunswick School District. A Chester Redshaw School serves approximately 736 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. A Chester Redshaw School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #645 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for A Chester Redshaw School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 5.9
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at A Chester Redshaw School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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A Chester Redshaw School — Students at A Chester Redshaw School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.
How A Chester Redshaw School Compares
See how A Chester Redshaw School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
216 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering A Chester Redshaw School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pine Grove Manor School (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Somerset), which scores notably higher. Another option is Livingston Park (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby North Brunswick), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Paul Robeson Community School for the Arts (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New Brunswick, see our New Brunswick schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,248
Median Home Value
$316,800
Median Rent
$1,790/mo
Population
56,766
College Educated
24.1%
Homeownership
21.8%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
31.6%
Median Age
24.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Albio Sires Elementary School West New York, NJ | 7.5 |
| Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School New Milford, NJ | 7.5 |
| Clinton Public School Clinton, NJ | 7.5 |
| Cold Springs School Gloucester City, NJ | 7.5 |
| Demarest Elementary School Bloomfield, NJ | 7.5 |
| Helen Morgan School Sparta, NJ | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about A Chester Redshaw School
What grades does A Chester Redshaw School serve?
A Chester Redshaw School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend A Chester Redshaw School?
A Chester Redshaw School has an enrollment of approximately 736 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at A Chester Redshaw School?
The student-teacher ratio at A Chester Redshaw School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does A Chester Redshaw School rank in NJ?
A Chester Redshaw School ranks #645 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is A Chester Redshaw School's MySchoolScout rating?
A Chester Redshaw School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at A Chester Redshaw School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, A Chester Redshaw School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is A Chester Redshaw School a charter school?
No, A Chester Redshaw School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is A Chester Redshaw School a Title I school?
No, A Chester Redshaw School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A Chester Redshaw School?
60.5% of students at A Chester Redshaw School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 736
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.0%
- Phone
- (732) 745-5300
Resources & Links
District
New Brunswick School District- District Enrollment
- 9,443
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,323
- District Rank
- #1 of 11
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