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#675 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 27% in state

Chittick Elementary School

Elementary School · East Brunswick Township School District

5 FLAGLER STREET, East Brunswick, NJ 08816

Enrollment

353

Student-Teacher

8.8:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#675 of 2,466

In East Brunswick

#4 of 13

public schools

In district

#4 of 11

East Brunswick Township School District

Equity

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Chittick Elementary School

7.4/10

Elementary School in East Brunswick · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.9/10

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About Chittick Elementary School

Chittick Elementary School is a public elementary school in East Brunswick, NJ, part of East Brunswick Township School District. Chittick Elementary School serves approximately 353 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Chittick Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #675 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Chittick Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.5
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Chittick Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.97 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+5.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+7.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,586
Chronic Absenteeism15%

Chittick Elementary School — Students at Chittick Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 61.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 64.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 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
80%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
76%
2017
Math
68%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
65%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
46%
ELA
49%
2024
Math
53.8%
ELA
54.5%
2025
Math
53.3%
ELA
59%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Chittick Elementary School Compares

See how Chittick Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
73th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5 FLAGLER STREET, East Brunswick, NJ 08816

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Chittick Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bowne-Munro Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Frost Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Irwin Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in East Brunswick, see our East Brunswick schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
East Brunswick Magnet School East Brunswick 0.6 mi 6.9
Bowne-Munro Elementary School East Brunswick 0.9 mi 9.3
Irwin Elementary School East Brunswick 0.7 mi 8.6
South River High School South River 1.0 mi 4.0
South River Middle School South River 1.1 mi 4.5
South River Elementary School South River 1.1 mi 4.6
South River Primary School South River 1.1 mi 5.1
CROSSROADS EARLY LEARNING CENTER East Brunswick 1.2 mi
Hammarskjold Upper Elementary School East Brunswick 1.1 mi 6.8
East Brunswick High School East Brunswick 1.3 mi 5.3
William A. Miller Elementary School Old Bridge 1.4 mi 4.8
Central Elementary School East Brunswick 1.4 mi 6.8
DARUL ARQAM SCHOOL South River 1.8 mi 7.7
G Austin Schoenly Elementary School Spotswood 1.8 mi 4.1
Frost Elementary School East Brunswick 1.7 mi 9.1
Spotswood Memorial Middle School Spotswood 1.9 mi 5.2
Spotswood High School Spotswood 2.0 mi 5.9
Southwood Elementary School Old Bridge 1.9 mi 7.8
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Old Bridge 2.0 mi 6.0
OUR LADY OF VICTORIES Sayreville 2.3 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08816 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$141,731

Median Home Value

$502,600

Median Rent

$2,079/mo

Population

48,965

College Educated

57.9%

Homeownership

80.5%

Avg Commute

37.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

41.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chittick Elementary School

What grades does Chittick Elementary School serve?

Chittick Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Chittick Elementary School?

Chittick Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 353 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Chittick Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Chittick Elementary School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Chittick Elementary School rank in NJ?

Chittick Elementary School ranks #675 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Chittick Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Chittick Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Chittick Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Chittick Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Chittick Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Chittick Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Chittick Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chittick Elementary School?

34.8% of students at Chittick 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
61 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

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