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#1056 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 43% in state
Glenwood Avenue Elementary School
Elementary School · Wildwood City School District
2900 NEW YORK AVE, Wildwood, NJ 08260
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,056 of 2,466
In Wildwood
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
Wildwood City School District
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Glenwood Avenue Elementary School
Glenwood Avenue Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wildwood, NJ, part of Wildwood City School District. Glenwood Avenue Elementary School serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Glenwood Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,056 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Glenwood Avenue Elementary School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Glenwood Avenue Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Glenwood Avenue Elementary School — Students at Glenwood Avenue Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.8%
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: 8.6/10.
How Glenwood Avenue Elementary School Compares
See how Glenwood Avenue Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2900 NEW YORK AVE, Wildwood, NJ 08260
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Glenwood Avenue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stone Harbor Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Stone Harbor), which scores notably higher. Another option is Crest Memorial School (rated 8.6/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Wildwood Crest), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ocean Academy (rated 8.1/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Cape May Court House), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wildwood, see our Wildwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wildwood High School Wildwood | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Wildwood Middle School Wildwood | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| WILDWOOD CATHOLIC ACADEMY North Wildwood | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| WILDWOOD CATHOLIC ACADEMY North Wildwood | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Margaret Mace Elementary School North Wildwood | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Crest Memorial School Wildwood Crest | 2.9 mi | 8.6 |
| CAPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cape May Court House | 4.6 mi | 6.7 |
| RIO GRANDE BAPTIST ACADEMY Rio Grande | 3.9 mi | — |
| Middle Township Elementary #4 Cape May Court House | 5.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Middle Township High School Cape May Court House | 5.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Stone Harbor Elementary School Stone Harbor | 5.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Middle Township Elementary #2 Cape May Court House | 5.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Middle Township Elementary #1 Cape May Court House | 5.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Lower Cape May Regional High School Cape May | 5.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Richard M. Teitelman Middle School Cape May | 5.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Cape May County High School Cape May Court House | 7.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Ocean Academy Cape May Court House | 7.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Sandman Consolidated School Cape May | 6.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Carl T. Mitnick School Cape May | 6.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Cape May County Technical High School Cape May Court House | 7.6 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08260 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,549
Median Home Value
$441,300
Median Rent
$1,182/mo
Population
12,913
College Educated
28.3%
Homeownership
64%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
59.1
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|---|---|
| Albert Payson Terhune Elementary Wayne, NJ | 6.8 |
| Applegarth Elementary School Monroe Twp, NJ | 6.8 |
| Avon Avenue School Newark, NJ | 6.8 |
| Bartle Elementary School Highland Park, NJ | 6.8 |
| Broad Street Elementary School Gibbstown, NJ | 6.8 |
| Central Elementary School East Brunswick, NJ | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Glenwood Avenue Elementary School
What grades does Glenwood Avenue Elementary School serve?
Glenwood Avenue Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Glenwood Avenue Elementary School?
Glenwood Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Glenwood Avenue Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Glenwood Avenue 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 Glenwood Avenue Elementary School rank in NJ?
Glenwood Avenue Elementary School ranks #1,056 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Glenwood Avenue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Glenwood Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Glenwood Avenue Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Glenwood Avenue Elementary School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Glenwood Avenue Elementary School a charter school?
No, Glenwood Avenue Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Glenwood Avenue Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Glenwood Avenue Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Glenwood Avenue Elementary School?
82.8% of students at Glenwood 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 378
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cape May County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.0%
- Phone
- (609) 522-1630
Resources & Links
District
Wildwood City School District- District Enrollment
- 818
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,229
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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