Below Average
#2297 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Based on limited data
Central School
Elementary School · Glen Ridge Public School District
180 Hillside Ave, Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NJ statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
136
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
136
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,297 of 2,466
In Glen Ridge
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Glen Ridge Public School District
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Central School
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About Central School
Central School is a public elementary school in Glen Ridge, NJ, part of Glen Ridge Public School District. Central School serves approximately 136 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Central School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,297 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 136 students, Central 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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Test Scores
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How Central School Compares
See how Central 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
180 Hillside Ave, Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Central School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Charles H. Bullock School (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Montclair), which scores notably higher. Another option is MONTCLAIR COOPERATIVE SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Montclair), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Nishuane Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Montclair), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Glen Ridge, see our Glen Ridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ridgewood Avenue School Glen Ridge | 0.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Bloomfield High School Bloomfield | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Glen Ridge High School Glen Ridge | 0.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Glenfield Middle School Montclair | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Linden Avenue School Glen Ridge | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| WESTBRIDGE ACADEMY Bloomfield | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Charles H. Bullock School Montclair | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Watsessing Elementary School Bloomfield | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Berkeley Elementary School Bloomfield | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Fairview Elementary School Bloomfield | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Franklin Elementary School Bloomfield | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| MAARIF SCHOOL Bloomfield | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| FUSION ACADEMY - MONTCLAIR Montclair | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Nishuane Elementary School Montclair | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen Bloomfield | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Forest Avenue School Glen Ridge | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. Academy East Orange | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Whitney E. Houston Academy East Orange | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION HIGH SCHOOL Montclair | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| MONTCLAIR COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Montclair | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07028 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$246,500
Median Home Value
$725,600
Median Rent
$2,395/mo
Population
8,002
College Educated
82.7%
Homeownership
92.9%
Avg Commute
38.4 min
Poverty Rate
1%
Median Age
41.2
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Jersey City, NJ | 4.0 |
| Fourteenth Avenue School Newark, NJ | 4.1 |
| Lower Alloways Creek Elementary School Salem, NJ | 3.9 |
| Stoy Elementary School Haddonfield, NJ | 3.8 |
| Aline Bingham Elementary School Runnemede, NJ | 4.3 |
| Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School Teaneck, NJ | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Central School
What grades does Central School serve?
Central School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Central School?
Central School has an enrollment of approximately 136 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Central School?
The student-teacher ratio at Central School is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Central School rank in NJ?
Central School ranks #2,297 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Central School's MySchoolScout rating?
Central School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Central School a charter school?
No, Central School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Central School a Title I school?
No, Central School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 136
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.6%
- Phone
- (973) 707-5080
Resources & Links
District
Glen Ridge Public School District- District Enrollment
- 1,810
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,774
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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