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#1969 of 2,466 schools in NJ
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Central Elementary School
Elementary School · ORANGE BOARD OF EDUCATION School District
33 Cleveland Street, Orange, NJ 07050
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 9 schools in Orange. Learn more
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,969 of 2,466
In Orange
#8 of 11
public schools
In district
#9 of 12
ORANGE BOARD OF EDUCATION School District
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Central Elementary School
Elementary School in Orange · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. 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 Orange, NJ, part of ORANGE BOARD OF EDUCATION School District. Central Elementary School serves approximately 348 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Central Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,969 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
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
33 Cleveland Street, Orange, NJ 07050
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Central Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Washington Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby W. Orange), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cleveland Street Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GOLDA OCH ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby West Orange), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orange, see our Orange schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07050 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,109
Median Home Value
$336,200
Median Rent
$1,427/mo
Population
33,856
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
23.7%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
21.1%
Median Age
35.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beachwood Elementary School Beachwood, NJ | 5.1 |
| Ben Franklin Elementary Lawrenceville, NJ | 5.1 |
| Berkley Street School New Milford, NJ | 5.1 |
| Dr. John Grieco Elementary School Englewood, NJ | 5.1 |
| E. Roy Bixby Bogota, NJ | 5.1 |
| Good Intent Elementary School Deptford, NJ | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Central Elementary School
What grades does Central Elementary School serve?
Central Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 348 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Central Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Central Elementary School is 14.5:1. 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 #1,969 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Central Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Central Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
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?
85.1% 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 348
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.8%
- Phone
- (973) 677-4000
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE BOARD OF EDUCATION School District- District Enrollment
- 5,918
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,729
- District Rank
- #9 of 12
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