Below Average
#2066 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Frederic N. Brown Elementary School
Elementary School · Verona Public School District
125 GROVE AVE, Verona, NJ 07044
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,066 of 2,466
In Verona
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Verona Public School District
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Frederic N. Brown Elementary School
Elementary School in Verona · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Frederic N. Brown Elementary School
Frederic N. Brown Elementary School is a public elementary school in Verona, NJ, part of Verona Public School District. Frederic N.
Brown Elementary School serves approximately 269 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Frederic N. Brown Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,066 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Frederic N. Brown Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Frederic N. Brown Elementary School — Students at Frederic N. Brown Elementary School score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 4.6/10.
How Frederic N. Brown Elementary School Compares
See how Frederic N. Brown Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
125 GROVE AVE, Verona, NJ 07044
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Frederic N. Brown Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South End Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Cedar Grove), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brookdale Avenue School (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Redwood Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby W. Orange), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Verona, see our Verona schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Verona High School Verona | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Henry B. Whitehorne Middle School Verona | 0.4 mi | 8.4 |
| OUR LADY OF THE LAKE SCHOOL Verona | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| THE CHILDREN'S HOUSE Verona | 0.6 mi | — |
| South End Elementary School Cedar Grove | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Laning Avenue School Verona | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Brookdale Avenue School Verona | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Forest Avenue School Verona | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Essex Junior Academy Cedar Grove | 1.1 mi | — |
| ST CATHERINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Cedar Grove | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Cedar Grove High School Cedar Grove | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Gould/Mountain Elementary School N. Caldwell | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Caldwell | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Redwood Elementary School W. Orange | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Memorial Middle School Cedar Grove | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| MOUNT SAINT DOMINIC ACADEMY Caldwell | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| THE MONTCLAIR KIMBERLEY ACADEMY Montclair | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Edgemont Elementary School Montclair | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Hillside Elementary School Montclair | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Montclair High School Montclair | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07044 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$159,044
Median Home Value
$595,000
Median Rent
$2,125/mo
Population
14,441
College Educated
67.8%
Homeownership
77.8%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
42.9
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| Bloomingdale Avenue School Cranford, NJ | 4.9 |
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| Sylvia Rosenauer Elementary School Jackson, NJ | 4.9 |
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| Waretown Elementary School Waretown, NJ | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Frederic N. Brown Elementary School
What grades does Frederic N. Brown Elementary School serve?
Frederic N. Brown Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Frederic N. Brown Elementary School?
Frederic N. Brown Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 269 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Frederic N. Brown Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Frederic N. Brown Elementary School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Frederic N. Brown Elementary School rank in NJ?
Frederic N. Brown Elementary School ranks #2,066 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Frederic N. Brown Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Frederic N. Brown Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Frederic N. Brown Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Frederic N. Brown Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Frederic N. Brown Elementary School a charter school?
No, Frederic N. Brown Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Frederic N. Brown Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Frederic N. Brown Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 269
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.9%
- Phone
- (973) 571-6753
Resources & Links
District
Verona Public School District- District Enrollment
- 2,200
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,641
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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