Below Average
#2102 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Claremont Avenue Elementary School
Elementary School · Woodbridge Township School District
90 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Colonia, NJ 07067
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,102 of 2,466
In Colonia
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#21 of 24
Woodbridge Township School District
Equity
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Claremont Avenue Elementary School
Elementary School in Colonia · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Claremont Avenue Elementary School
Claremont Avenue Elementary School is a public elementary school in Colonia, NJ, part of Woodbridge Township School District. Claremont Avenue Elementary School serves approximately 311 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Claremont Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,102 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Claremont Avenue Elementary School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Claremont Avenue Elementary School — Students at Claremont Avenue Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
24.8%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.5/10.
How Claremont Avenue Elementary School Compares
See how Claremont Avenue 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
90 CLAREMONT AVENUE, Colonia, NJ 07067
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Claremont Avenue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pennsylvania Avenue Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Madison Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Rahway), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Robert Mascenik Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Iselin), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Colonia, see our Colonia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Avenue Elementary School Colonia | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Colonia High School Colonia | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Colonia Middle School Colonia | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY SCHOOL Colonia | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Madison Elementary School Rahway | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Rahway | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Robert Mascenik Elementary School Iselin | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Carl H. Kumpf School Clark | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Rahway High School Rahway | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| John F. Kennedy Memorial High School Iselin | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Avenel Middle School Avenel | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Kennedy Park Elementary School Iselin | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| PRECIOUS PUMPKIN LEARNING ACADEMY Rahway | 1.2 mi | — |
| Iselin Middle School Iselin | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Rahway 7th & 8th Grade Academy Rahway | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Woodbine Avenue Elementary School Avenel | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Lynn Crest Elementary School Colonia | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Oak Tree Road Elementary School Iselin | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Indiana Avenue Elementary School Iselin | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| HONOR RIDGE ACADEMY Clark | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07067 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$134,301
Median Home Value
$473,200
Median Rent
$1,964/mo
Population
18,294
College Educated
46.5%
Homeownership
88.2%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
43.3
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| Glendora Elementary School Glendora, NJ | 4.8 |
| Greenwich School Stewartsville, NJ | 4.8 |
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| Laurel Springs School Laurel Springs, NJ | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Claremont Avenue Elementary School
What grades does Claremont Avenue Elementary School serve?
Claremont Avenue Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Claremont Avenue Elementary School?
Claremont Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 311 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Claremont Avenue Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Claremont Avenue Elementary School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Claremont Avenue Elementary School rank in NJ?
Claremont Avenue Elementary School ranks #2,102 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Claremont Avenue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Claremont Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Claremont Avenue Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Claremont Avenue Elementary School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Claremont Avenue Elementary School a charter school?
No, Claremont Avenue Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Claremont Avenue Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Claremont Avenue Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Claremont Avenue Elementary School?
24.8% of students at Claremont Avenue 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 311
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 24.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.7%
- Phone
- (732) 596-4153
Resources & Links
District
Woodbridge Township School District- District Enrollment
- 14,044
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,802
- District Rank
- #21 of 24
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