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#1718 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School
Elementary School · Perth Amboy Public School District
445 STATE STREET, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
Enrollment
553
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
553
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,718 of 2,466
In Perth Amboy
#8 of 14
public schools
In district
#8 of 12
Perth Amboy Public School District
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School
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About Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School
Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School is a public elementary school in Perth Amboy, NJ, part of Perth Amboy Public School District. Anthony V.
Ceres Elementary School serves approximately 553 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,718 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School — Students at Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.6%
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: 5.2/10.
How Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School Compares
See how Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
445 STATE STREET, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 6 CORPORAL ALLAN F KIVLEHAN SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Staten Island), which scores notably higher. Another option is Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, James J. Flynn Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Perth Amboy, see our Perth Amboy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08861 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,464
Median Home Value
$340,900
Median Rent
$1,623/mo
Population
58,264
College Educated
15.5%
Homeownership
35%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
19.2%
Median Age
37.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School
What grades does Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School serve?
Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School?
Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 553 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School rank in NJ?
Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School ranks #1,718 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School a charter school?
No, Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School?
82.6% of students at Anthony V. Ceres Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 553
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.7%
- Phone
- (732) 376-6020
Resources & Links
District
Perth Amboy Public School District- District Enrollment
- 10,356
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $42,650
- District Rank
- #8 of 12
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