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Brighton Avenue School

Elementary School · Atlantic City School District

30 N. Brighton Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ 08401

Enrollment

296

Student-Teacher

9.2:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,592 of 2,466

In Atlantic City

#6 of 11

public schools

In district

#6 of 11

Atlantic City School District

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Brighton Avenue School

5.8/10

Elementary School in Atlantic City · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.6/10

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About Brighton Avenue School

Brighton Avenue School is a public elementary school in Atlantic City, NJ, part of Atlantic City School District. Brighton Avenue School serves approximately 296 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Brighton Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,592 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Brighton Avenue School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Brighton Avenue School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-3.12 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-21.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.6 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)18% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+14.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$32,427
Chronic Absenteeism9.5%

Brighton Avenue School — Students at Brighton Avenue School score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 26.5% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 34.7% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 33 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2013
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
28%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2024
Math
23%
ELA
46.7%
2025
Math
26.2%
ELA
37.3%

* 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: 3.9/10.

How Brighton Avenue School Compares

See how Brighton Avenue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
36th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
89%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.5%

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

30 N. Brighton Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ 08401

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brighton Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Richmond Avenue School (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Main Street Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Pleasantville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sovereign Avenue School (rated 7.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Atlantic City, see our Atlantic City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Sovereign Avenue School Atlantic City 0.2 mi 7.6
OUR LADY STAR OF THE SEA REGIONAL Atlantic City 0.2 mi 7.2
Texas Avenue School Atlantic City 0.3 mi 6.2
Richmond Avenue School Atlantic City 0.8 mi 7.8
Dr Martin Luther King Jr School Complex Atlantic City 0.8 mi 3.9
Chelsea Heights School Atlantic City 0.8 mi 5.8
New York Avenue School Atlantic City 1.2 mi 4.6
Venice Park School Atlantic City 1.4 mi 5.6
Pennsylvania Ave School Atlantic City 1.7 mi 5.9
Atlantic City High School Atlantic City 1.7 mi 4.4
Uptown School Complex Atlantic City 2.0 mi 3.5
Ventnor Middle School Ventnor 2.8 mi 8.8
Ventnor Elementary School Ventnor 2.8 mi 6.6
Eugene A. Tighe Middle School Margate 3.2 mi 9.0
William H. Ross III School Margate 3.3 mi 5.5
Leeds Avenue Elementary School Pleasantville 4.9 mi 6.8
North Main Street Elementary School Pleasantville 4.7 mi 7.6
South Main Street Elementary School Pleasantville 4.8 mi 7.7
HIGHLAND ACADEMY II Absecon 5.5 mi 5.3
Washington Avenue Elementary School Pleasantville 4.9 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$36,375

Median Home Value

$189,600

Median Rent

$1,086/mo

Population

38,744

College Educated

20.5%

Homeownership

30%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

33.6%

Median Age

37.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brighton Avenue School

What grades does Brighton Avenue School serve?

Brighton Avenue School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Brighton Avenue School?

Brighton Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 296 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brighton Avenue School?

The student-teacher ratio at Brighton Avenue School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brighton Avenue School rank in NJ?

Brighton Avenue School ranks #1,592 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Brighton Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?

Brighton Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Brighton Avenue School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brighton Avenue School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Brighton Avenue School a charter school?

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

Is Brighton Avenue School a Title I school?

No, Brighton Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brighton Avenue School?

89.2% of students at Brighton Avenue 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
92 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
51 Good Transit
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
296
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
89.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Atlantic County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.5%

District

Atlantic City School District
District Enrollment
6,401
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$32,427
District Rank
#6 of 11

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