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Center Grove School

Elementary School · Randolph Township School District

25 SCHOOL HOUSE ROAD, Randolph, NJ 07869

Enrollment

548

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,922 of 2,466

In Randolph

#6 of 6

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

Randolph Township School District

Equity

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Center Grove School

5.2/10

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

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6.3/10

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8.3/10

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About Center Grove School

Center Grove School is a public elementary school in Randolph, NJ, part of Randolph Township School District. Center Grove School serves approximately 548 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Center Grove School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,922 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Center Grove School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-6.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency69.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+21.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+28.4 pts
Overall Proficiency71% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+7.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,991
Chronic Absenteeism8.9%

Center Grove School — Students at Center Grove School score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

8.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 71.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 74.2% (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
83%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
89%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
73%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
76%
2018
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2019
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
71%
2024
Math
75.4%
ELA
79.5%
2025
Math
69.2%
ELA
72.3%

* 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: 2.7/10.

How Center Grove School Compares

See how Center Grove School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
22th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
9%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.9%

Location

25 SCHOOL HOUSE ROAD, Randolph, NJ 07869

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Center Grove School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shongum School (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mendham Township Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Brookside), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ironia School (rated 7.3/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Randolph, see our Randolph schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Randolph High School Randolph 0.3 mi 6.3
Randolph Middle School Randolph 0.4 mi 8.3
APPLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF RANDOLPH Randolph 0.6 mi
LITTLE VILLAGE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Randolph 1.2 mi
Fernbrook School Randolph 1.6 mi 6.3
GOTTESMAN RTW ACADEMY Randolph 1.5 mi 6.9
Shongum School Randolph 1.6 mi 9.0
Academy Street Elementary School Dover 2.4 mi 3.8
Ironia School Randolph 2.3 mi 7.3
AMERICAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL NORTH CAMPUS Wharton 3.0 mi 6.3
Canfield Avenue School Mine Hill 2.8 mi 6.1
Mendham Township Middle School Brookside 3.1 mi 8.0
Marie V. Duffy Elementary School Wharton 3.5 mi 6.7
Dover Middle School Dover 3.3 mi 6.3
East Dover Elementary School Dover 3.3 mi 5.2
Alfred C. MacKinnon Middle School Wharton 3.5 mi 7.9
North Dover Elementary School Dover 3.5 mi 4.3
Mendham Township Elementary School Brookside 3.6 mi 7.4
Dover High School Dover 3.7 mi 5.2
Academy for Mathematics Science and Engineering Rockaway 3.8 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07869 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$170,862

Median Home Value

$636,400

Median Rent

$1,772/mo

Population

25,919

College Educated

69%

Homeownership

76.9%

Avg Commute

31.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

40.3

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East Dover Elementary School Dover, NJ 5.2
Franklin Elementary School Newark, NJ 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Center Grove School

What grades does Center Grove School serve?

Center Grove School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Center Grove School?

Center Grove School has an enrollment of approximately 548 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Center Grove School?

The student-teacher ratio at Center Grove School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Center Grove School rank in NJ?

Center Grove School ranks #1,922 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Center Grove School's MySchoolScout rating?

Center Grove School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Center Grove School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Center Grove School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Center Grove School a charter school?

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

Is Center Grove School a Title I school?

No, Center Grove School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Center Grove School?

8.8% of students at Center Grove 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
8.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Morris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.9%

District

Randolph Township School District
District Enrollment
4,255
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,991
District Rank
#6 of 6

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