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#2125 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School

Elementary School · Roselle Park Public School District

339 West Webster Avenue, Roselle Park, NJ 07204

Enrollment

263

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,125 of 2,466

In Roselle Park

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Roselle Park Public School District

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Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School

4.7/10

Elementary School in Roselle Park · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School

Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School is a public elementary school in Roselle Park, NJ, part of Roselle Park Public School District. Ernest J.

Finizio Jr. - Aldene School serves approximately 263 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,125 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene 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 Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.94 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-10.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-0.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,120
Chronic Absenteeism17.9%

Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School — Students at Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.9% (2025 NJSLA)
ELA Proficiency 53.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
50.4% (2025 NJSLA)

Based on 34 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
97.5%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2025
Math
33.4%
ELA
47.8%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School Compares

See how Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
14th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.9%

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

339 West Webster Avenue, Roselle Park, NJ 07204

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Washington Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Union), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOSEPH THE CARPENTER SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Roselle), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST THERESA GRADE SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Kenilworth), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Roselle Park, see our Roselle Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Roselle Park High School Roselle Park 0.4 mi 5.2
Robert Gordon Elementary School Roselle Park 0.6 mi 5.8
Roselle Park Middle School Roselle Park 0.6 mi 5.9
Bloomingdale Avenue School Cranford 0.6 mi 4.9
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Kenilworth 0.9 mi
Washington Elementary School Roselle 1.0 mi 5.2
Raymond J. Lesniak Experience Strength & Hope Recovery HS Roselle 0.9 mi
JARDINE ACADEMY Cranford 1.1 mi 5.7
CORNERSTONE DAY SCHOOL Cranford 1.2 mi 8.1
Kindergarten Success Academy Roselle 1.0 mi 4.6
ST JOSEPH THE CARPENTER SCHOOL Roselle 1.0 mi 6.5
Leonard V Moore Middle School Roselle 1.2 mi 5.2
ST THERESA GRADE SCHOOL Kenilworth 1.2 mi 6.5
Abraham Clark High School Roselle 1.2 mi 2.9
TRINITY EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Cranford 1.1 mi
Orange Avenue School Cranford 1.1 mi 7.0
Warren G. Harding Elementary School Kenilworth 1.2 mi 4.7
Washington Elementary Union 1.4 mi 7.5
David Brearley Middle/High School Kenilworth 1.4 mi 6.8
Sherman Elementary School Roselle Park 1.3 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,418

Median Home Value

$405,800

Median Rent

$1,585/mo

Population

13,965

College Educated

39%

Homeownership

59.6%

Avg Commute

26.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.1%

Median Age

38.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School

What grades does Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School serve?

Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School?

Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School has an enrollment of approximately 263 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School rank in NJ?

Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School ranks #2,125 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School a charter school?

No, Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School a Title I school?

No, Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School?

47.5% of students at Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene 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
67 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
44 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Union County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.9%

District

Roselle Park Public School District
District Enrollment
2,033
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,120
District Rank
#5 of 5

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