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#1791 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Central Elementary School
Elementary School · East Hanover Township School District
400 RIDGEDALE AVENUE, East Hanover, NJ 07936
Enrollment
347
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
347
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,791 of 2,466
In East Hanover
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
East Hanover Township School District
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Central Elementary School
Elementary School in East Hanover · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Central Elementary School
Central Elementary School is a public elementary school in East Hanover, NJ, part of East Hanover Township School District. Central Elementary School serves approximately 347 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Central Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,791 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Central Elementary School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Central Elementary School — Students at Central Elementary School score 64% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 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: 2.7/10.
How Central Elementary School Compares
See how Central Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
400 RIDGEDALE AVENUE, East Hanover, NJ 07936
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Central Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Troy Hills Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Parsippany), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hillside Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Livingston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rockaway Meadow Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Parsippany), which scores notably higher. For more schools in East Hanover, see our East Hanover schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| East Hanover Middle School East Hanover | 0.5 mi | 9.1 |
| Frank J Smith Elementary East Hanover | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Hanover Park High School East Hanover | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| PILLAR HIGH SCHOOL (FORMER HORIZON HIGH SCHOOL) Livingston | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Troy Hills Elementary School Parsippany | 2.3 mi | 9.2 |
| Riker Hill Elementary School Livingston | 2.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Rockaway Meadow Elementary School Parsippany | 2.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Bee Meadow School Whippany | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Heritage Middle School Livingston | 3.0 mi | 8.4 |
| THE CALAIS SCHOOL Whippany | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| NEWARK ACADEMY Livingston | 3.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Memorial Junior School Whippany | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Woodmont School Pine Brook | 3.3 mi | 6.9 |
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Parsippany | 3.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Brooklake School Florham Park | 3.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Lester C Noecker Roseland | 2.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Briarwood School Florham Park | 3.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Hillside Elementary School Livingston | 3.1 mi | 8.7 |
| JOSEPH KUSHNER HEBREW ACADEMY RAE KUSHNER YESHIVA Livingston | 3.6 mi | 6.5 |
| SINAI ELEMENTARY AT JOSEPH KUSHNER HEBREW ACADEMY Livingston | 3.6 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07936 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$144,792
Median Home Value
$668,500
Median Rent
$2,745/mo
Population
11,106
College Educated
55.2%
Homeownership
94.4%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Median Age
46.9
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| BNOS ESTHER MALKA Lakewood, NJ | 5.4 |
| Florence M. Burd Newton, NJ | 5.4 |
| G.H. Carson Elementary School Pennsauken, NJ | 5.4 |
| Greenville Elementary School Howell, NJ | 5.4 |
| John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School Teaneck, NJ | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Central Elementary School
What grades does Central Elementary School serve?
Central Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 347 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Central Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Central Elementary School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Central Elementary School rank in NJ?
Central Elementary School ranks #1,791 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Central Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Central Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Central Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Central Elementary School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Central Elementary School a charter school?
No, Central Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Central Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Central Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Central Elementary School?
2.0% of students at Central 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 347
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 2.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.6%
- Phone
- (973) 887-0358
Resources & Links
District
East Hanover Township School District- District Enrollment
- 1,003
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,700
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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