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#1439 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Edward J. Patten Elementary School
Elementary School · Perth Amboy Public School District
500 CHARLES STREET, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
Enrollment
642
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
642
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,439 of 2,466
In Perth Amboy
#5 of 14
public schools
In district
#5 of 12
Perth Amboy Public School District
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Edward J. Patten Elementary School
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About Edward J. Patten Elementary School
Edward J. Patten Elementary School is a public elementary school in Perth Amboy, NJ, part of Perth Amboy Public School District. Edward J.
Patten Elementary School serves approximately 642 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Edward J. Patten Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,439 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Edward J. Patten Elementary School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Edward J. Patten Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Edward J. Patten Elementary School — Students at Edward J. Patten Elementary School score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.4%
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: 7.1/10.
How Edward J. Patten Elementary School Compares
See how Edward J. Patten 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
500 CHARLES STREET, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edward J. Patten Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 6 CORPORAL ALLAN F KIVLEHAN SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Staten Island), which scores notably higher. Another option is Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, James J. Flynn Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Perth Amboy, see our Perth Amboy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08861 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,464
Median Home Value
$340,900
Median Rent
$1,623/mo
Population
58,264
College Educated
15.5%
Homeownership
35%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
19.2%
Median Age
37.3
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| Lucy N. Holman Elementary School Jackson, NJ | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edward J. Patten Elementary School
What grades does Edward J. Patten Elementary School serve?
Edward J. Patten Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Edward J. Patten Elementary School?
Edward J. Patten Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 642 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edward J. Patten Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Edward J. Patten Elementary School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Edward J. Patten Elementary School rank in NJ?
Edward J. Patten Elementary School ranks #1,439 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Edward J. Patten Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Edward J. Patten Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Edward J. Patten Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Edward J. Patten Elementary School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Edward J. Patten Elementary School a charter school?
No, Edward J. Patten Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Edward J. Patten Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Edward J. Patten Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edward J. Patten Elementary School?
75.4% of students at Edward J. Patten 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
- 642
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 61
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.3%
- Phone
- (732) 376-6050
Resources & Links
District
Perth Amboy Public School District- District Enrollment
- 10,356
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $42,650
- District Rank
- #5 of 12
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