Below Average
#2147 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Gilbert Avenue School
Elementary School · Elmwood Park School District
151 GILBERT AVENUE, Elmwood Park, NJ 07407
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,147 of 2,466
In Elmwood Park
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Elmwood Park School District
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Gilbert Avenue School
Elementary School in Elmwood Park · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Gilbert Avenue School
Gilbert Avenue School is a public elementary school in Elmwood Park, NJ, part of Elmwood Park School District. Gilbert Avenue School serves approximately 443 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Gilbert Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,147 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Gilbert Avenue School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Gilbert Avenue School — Students at Gilbert Avenue School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.2%
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: 5.2/10.
How Gilbert Avenue School Compares
See how Gilbert Avenue 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
151 GILBERT AVENUE, Elmwood Park, NJ 07407
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gilbert Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lyncrest Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Fair Lawn), which scores notably higher. Another option is School 1 (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Paterson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Salome H. Long Memorial School (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Saddle Brook), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elmwood Park, see our Elmwood Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Memorial Middle School Elmwood Park | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Memorial Senior High School Elmwood Park | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Sixteenth Avenue School Elmwood Park | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| ST LEO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmwood Park | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Students Transitioning and Achieving Real Success Paterson | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Paterson STEAM High School Paterson | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| School 20 Paterson | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Lyncrest Elementary School Fair Lawn | 1.2 mi | 9.3 |
| Gantner Avenue School Elmwood Park | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| School 26 Paterson | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| School 1 Paterson | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Garfield Early Childhood Learning Center Garfield | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Salome H. Long Memorial School Saddle Brook | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Fair Lawn High School Fair Lawn | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| CTC ACADEMY - FAIR LAWN Fair Lawn | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Anna Iandoli Early Learning Center Paterson | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Educational Complex Paterson | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
| Warren Point Elementary School Fair Lawn | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| School 25 Paterson | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Garfield Middle School Garfield | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07407 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,852
Median Home Value
$456,000
Median Rent
$2,025/mo
Population
21,287
College Educated
35.7%
Homeownership
57.4%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
39.9
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|---|---|
| BNOS BROCHA Lakewood, NJ | 4.6 |
| Bellmawr Park Elementary School Bellmawr, NJ | 4.6 |
| Burch Charter School of Excellence Irvington, NJ | 4.6 |
| Durban Avenue Elementary School Hopatcong, NJ | 4.6 |
| Hopewell Crest Bridgeton, NJ | 4.6 |
| Joseph A. Citta Elementary School Toms River, NJ | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gilbert Avenue School
What grades does Gilbert Avenue School serve?
Gilbert Avenue School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Gilbert Avenue School?
Gilbert Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 443 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gilbert Avenue School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gilbert Avenue School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gilbert Avenue School rank in NJ?
Gilbert Avenue School ranks #2,147 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Gilbert Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gilbert Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Gilbert Avenue School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gilbert Avenue School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Gilbert Avenue School a charter school?
No, Gilbert Avenue School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gilbert Avenue School a Title I school?
No, Gilbert Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gilbert Avenue School?
42.2% of students at Gilbert Avenue 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 443
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.0%
- Phone
- (201) 796-8700
Resources & Links
District
Elmwood Park School District- District Enrollment
- 2,641
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,276
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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