Excellent
#258 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 10% in state
Brookdale Avenue School
Elementary School · Verona Public School District
14 BROOKDALE COURT, Verona, NJ 07044
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#258 of 2,466
In Verona
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
Verona Public School District
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Brookdale Avenue School
Brookdale Avenue School is a public elementary school in Verona, NJ, part of Verona Public School District. Brookdale Avenue School serves approximately 117 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Brookdale Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #258 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Brookdale Avenue School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 117 students, Brookdale Avenue School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Brookdale Avenue School — Students at Brookdale Avenue School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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 Brookdale Avenue School Compares
See how Brookdale Avenue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
14 BROOKDALE COURT, Verona, NJ 07044
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brookdale Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South End Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Cedar Grove), with a very similar rating. Another option is Redwood Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby W. Orange), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Laning Avenue School (rated 7.4/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Verona, see our Verona schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Laning Avenue School Verona | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| OUR LADY OF THE LAKE SCHOOL Verona | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Henry B. Whitehorne Middle School Verona | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| THE CHILDREN'S HOUSE Verona | 0.6 mi | — |
| Frederic N. Brown Elementary School Verona | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| South End Elementary School Cedar Grove | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Forest Avenue School Verona | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Verona High School Verona | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Hillside Elementary School Montclair | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Redwood Elementary School W. Orange | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| SAWTELLE LEARNING CENTER Montclair | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| THE MONTCLAIR KIMBERLEY ACADEMY Montclair | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| ST CATHERINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Cedar Grove | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Edgemont Elementary School Montclair | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION HIGH SCHOOL Montclair | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Montclair High School Montclair | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| FUSION ACADEMY - MONTCLAIR Montclair | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Essex Junior Academy Cedar Grove | 1.7 mi | — |
| Renaissance Middle School at the Rand Building Montclair | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| MONTCLAIR COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Montclair | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07044 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$159,044
Median Home Value
$595,000
Median Rent
$2,125/mo
Population
14,441
College Educated
67.8%
Homeownership
77.8%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Avon Elementary School Avon, NJ | 8.3 |
| Bright Beginnings Learning Center Piscataway, NJ | 8.3 |
| Cape May City Elementary School Cape May, NJ | 8.4 |
| Frenchtown Elementary Frenchtown, NJ | 8.4 |
| Roosevelt Public School Roosevelt, NJ | 8.4 |
| Deal Elementary School Deal, NJ | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brookdale Avenue School
What grades does Brookdale Avenue School serve?
Brookdale Avenue School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Brookdale Avenue School?
Brookdale Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 117 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brookdale Avenue School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brookdale Avenue School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brookdale Avenue School rank in NJ?
Brookdale Avenue School ranks #258 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Brookdale Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brookdale Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Brookdale Avenue School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brookdale Avenue School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Brookdale Avenue School a charter school?
No, Brookdale Avenue School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brookdale Avenue School a Title I school?
No, Brookdale Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 117
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.8%
- Phone
- (973) 571-6752
Resources & Links
District
Verona Public School District- District Enrollment
- 2,200
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,641
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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