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#943 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 38% in state

Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30

Elementary School · Elizabeth Public Schools

730 PENNSYLVANIA AVE, Elizabeth, NJ 07208

Enrollment

780

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#943 of 2,466

In Elizabeth

#10 of 37

public schools

In district

#10 of 37

Elizabeth Public Schools

Equity

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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6.9/10

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About Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30

Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30 is a public elementary school in Elizabeth, NJ, part of Elizabeth Public Schools. Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30 serves approximately 780 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #943 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30 show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-3.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.9 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+27.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,711
Chronic Absenteeism8.7%

Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30 — Students at Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30 score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

87.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 51.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 53 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
70%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
54%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
54%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
61%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
38%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
7%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
7%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
36%
2024
Math
33.5%
ELA
55%
2025
Math
38.2%
ELA
54.8%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30 Compares

See how Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
62th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
87%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.7%

Location

730 PENNSYLVANIA AVE, Elizabeth, NJ 07208

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29 (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Joseph Battin School No 4 (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Winfield Scott School No. 2 (rated 6.7/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Elizabeth, see our Elizabeth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,873

Median Home Value

$425,600

Median Rent

$1,364/mo

Population

32,404

College Educated

21.2%

Homeownership

27.5%

Avg Commute

30.1 min

Poverty Rate

13.4%

Median Age

38.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30

What grades does Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30 serve?

Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30?

Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30 has an enrollment of approximately 780 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30?

The student-teacher ratio at Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30 is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30 rank in NJ?

Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30 ranks #943 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30's MySchoolScout rating?

Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30 has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30 a charter school?

No, Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30 a Title I school?

No, Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30?

87.3% of students at Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30 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
80 Very Walkable
Transit Score
58 Good Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
780
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Free/Reduced Lunch
87.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Union County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.7%

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