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Berkeley Elementary School

Elementary School · Bloomfield Township School District

351 Bloomfield Ave, Bloomfield, NJ 07003

Enrollment

467

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,058 of 2,466

In Bloomfield

#8 of 11

public schools

In district

#8 of 11

Bloomfield Township School District

Academic growth

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Berkeley Elementary School

6.7/10

Elementary School in Bloomfield · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Berkeley Elementary School

Berkeley Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bloomfield, NJ, part of Bloomfield Township School District. Berkeley Elementary School serves approximately 467 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Berkeley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,058 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Berkeley Elementary School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.3
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+5.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.9Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-24 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.3 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,525
Chronic Absenteeism23.3%

Berkeley Elementary School — Students at Berkeley Elementary School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 31.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 40.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 45 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
79%
ELA
51%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
54%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
26%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
6%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
6%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
10%
ELA
28%
2024
Math
17.4%
ELA
36.2%
2025
Math
23.9%
ELA
40.6%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Berkeley Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
57th percentile in NJ
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.3%

Location

351 Bloomfield Ave, Bloomfield, NJ 07003

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Berkeley Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Abington Avenue School (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Newark), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Carteret Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Belleville PS4 (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Belleville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bloomfield, see our Bloomfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
WESTBRIDGE ACADEMY Bloomfield 0.3 mi 6.4
Carteret Elementary School Bloomfield 0.6 mi 7.6
Fairview Elementary School Bloomfield 0.6 mi 7.0
Watsessing Elementary School Bloomfield 0.6 mi 6.1
East Orange STEM Academy High School East Orange 0.8 mi 7.1
Belleville PS4 Belleville 0.7 mi 7.6
Bloomfield High School Bloomfield 1.0 mi 6.7
1ST CEREBRAL PALSY OF NJ Belleville 0.9 mi 5.9
Central School Glen Ridge 1.1 mi 4.0
Wahlstrom Early Childhood Academy East Orange 1.0 mi 6.8
Ridgewood Avenue School Glen Ridge 1.1 mi 6.7
Linden Avenue School Glen Ridge 1.0 mi 5.6
East Orange Campus High School East Orange 1.1 mi 3.2
Shelia Y. Oliver Academy East Orange 1.2 mi 7.6
Salome Urena Elementary School Newark 1.2 mi 5.2
Whitney E. Houston Academy East Orange 1.0 mi 6.9
Glen Ridge High School Glen Ridge 1.1 mi 8.9
SANDY LANE NURSERY SCHOOL Belleville 1.0 mi
Abington Avenue School Newark 1.3 mi 7.7
Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. Academy East Orange 1.1 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,805

Median Home Value

$447,600

Median Rent

$1,775/mo

Population

52,921

College Educated

48.6%

Homeownership

52.1%

Avg Commute

33.6 min

Poverty Rate

8.8%

Median Age

38.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Berkeley Elementary School

What grades does Berkeley Elementary School serve?

Berkeley Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Berkeley Elementary School?

Berkeley Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 467 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Berkeley Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Berkeley Elementary School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Berkeley Elementary School rank in NJ?

Berkeley Elementary School ranks #1,058 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Berkeley Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Berkeley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Berkeley Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Berkeley Elementary School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Berkeley Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Berkeley Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

57.8% of students at Berkeley 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
80 Very Walkable
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
467
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.3%

District

Bloomfield Township School District
District Enrollment
6,438
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,525
District Rank
#8 of 11

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