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Avenel Street Elementary School

Elementary School · Woodbridge Township School District

230 AVENEL STREET, Avenel, NJ 07001

Enrollment

417

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,284 of 2,466

In Avenel

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#10 of 24

Woodbridge Township School District

Academic growth

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Avenel Street Elementary School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Avenel · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.4/10

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7.2/10

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About Avenel Street Elementary School

Avenel Street Elementary School is a public elementary school in Avenel, NJ, part of Woodbridge Township School District. Avenel Street Elementary School serves approximately 417 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Avenel Street Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,284 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Avenel Street Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+3.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-3.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.2 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-0.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment2.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,802
Chronic Absenteeism23.7%

Avenel Street Elementary School — Students at Avenel Street Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 49.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 47.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
93%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
33%
ELA
38%
2024
Math
37.8%
ELA
39%
2025
Math
44.1%
ELA
40.7%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Avenel Street Elementary School Compares

See how Avenel Street Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
48th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

230 AVENEL STREET, Avenel, NJ 07001

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Avenel Street Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Matthew Jago Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Sewaren), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grover Cleveland Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Rahway), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Madison Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Rahway), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Avenel, see our Avenel schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Woodbine Avenue Elementary School Avenel 0.7 mi 6.4
Avenel Middle School Avenel 0.8 mi 7.2
Woodbridge High School Woodbridge 0.8 mi 4.2
Woodbridge Middle School Woodbridge 1.3 mi 5.8
Mawbey Street Elementary School Woodbridge 1.3 mi 5.8
PRECIOUS PUMPKIN LEARNING ACADEMY Rahway 1.4 mi
THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Woodbridge 1.6 mi
Ross Street Elementary School Woodbridge 1.6 mi 5.1
John F. Kennedy Memorial High School Iselin 1.4 mi 5.8
ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Woodbridge 1.8 mi 6.1
Iselin Middle School Iselin 1.5 mi 7.7
Roosevelt Elementary School Rahway 1.8 mi 3.7
Matthew Jago Elementary School Sewaren 1.7 mi 7.5
Grover Cleveland Elementary School Rahway 2.0 mi 7.3
Claremont Avenue Elementary School Colonia 1.8 mi 4.8
ECYC, INC. EDUCATION WITH CARE FOR YOUNG CHILDREN Rahway 2.3 mi
Madison Elementary School Rahway 2.3 mi 6.7
Rahway High School Rahway 2.4 mi 3.7
Robert Mascenik Elementary School Iselin 1.9 mi 6.4
Indiana Avenue Elementary School Iselin 1.9 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,935

Median Home Value

$351,200

Median Rent

$1,839/mo

Population

17,143

College Educated

29.4%

Homeownership

49.7%

Avg Commute

34 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

39.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Avenel Street Elementary School

What grades does Avenel Street Elementary School serve?

Avenel Street Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Avenel Street Elementary School?

Avenel Street Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 417 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Avenel Street Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Avenel Street Elementary School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Avenel Street Elementary School rank in NJ?

Avenel Street Elementary School ranks #1,284 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Avenel Street Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Avenel Street Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Avenel Street Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Avenel Street Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Avenel Street Elementary School a charter school?

No, Avenel Street Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Avenel Street Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Avenel Street Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Avenel Street Elementary School?

45.3% of students at Avenel Street 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

District

Woodbridge Township School District
District Enrollment
14,044
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,802
District Rank
#10 of 24

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