Very Good
#742 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 30% in state
Grover Cleveland Elementary School
Elementary School · Rahway Public School District
486 E MILTON AVE, Rahway, NJ 07065
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#742 of 2,466
In Rahway
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
Rahway Public School District
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Grover Cleveland Elementary School
Grover Cleveland Elementary School is a public elementary school in Rahway, NJ, part of Rahway Public School District. Grover Cleveland Elementary School serves approximately 470 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Grover Cleveland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #742 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Grover Cleveland Elementary School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 5.6
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Grover Cleveland 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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Grover Cleveland Elementary School — Students at Grover Cleveland Elementary School score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 45 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: 9.7/10.
How Grover Cleveland Elementary School Compares
See how Grover Cleveland 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
486 E MILTON AVE, Rahway, NJ 07065
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grover Cleveland Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Valley Road School (rated 8.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Clark), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Number 9 (rated 7.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Linden), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Madison Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Rahway, see our Rahway schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ECYC, INC. EDUCATION WITH CARE FOR YOUNG CHILDREN Rahway | 0.4 mi | — |
| PRECIOUS PUMPKIN LEARNING ACADEMY Rahway | 1.0 mi | — |
| Franklin Elementary School Rahway | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Rahway | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Woodbine Avenue Elementary School Avenel | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Number 8 Linden | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Avenel Middle School Avenel | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Rahway High School Rahway | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Madison Elementary School Rahway | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Number 9 Linden | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Rahway 7th & 8th Grade Academy Rahway | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Avenel Street Elementary School Avenel | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Private Nicholas Minue Elementary School Carteret | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Number 6 Linden | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Linden High School Linden | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Number 1 Linden | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Myles J. McManus MIddle School Linden | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Joseph E. Soehl Middle School Linden | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Number 2 Linden | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Valley Road School Clark | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07065 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,852
Median Home Value
$362,300
Median Rent
$1,764/mo
Population
29,748
College Educated
35.6%
Homeownership
53.4%
Avg Commute
32.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary School Edison, NJ | 7.3 |
| Bobby's Run Elementary School Lumberton, NJ | 7.3 |
| Christopher Columbus School #8 Garfield, NJ | 7.3 |
| Fairmount Hackensack, NJ | 7.3 |
| Field Street School Carneys Point, NJ | 7.3 |
| Franklin Elementary School N. Bergen, NJ | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grover Cleveland Elementary School
What grades does Grover Cleveland Elementary School serve?
Grover Cleveland Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Grover Cleveland Elementary School?
Grover Cleveland Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 470 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grover Cleveland Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Grover Cleveland Elementary School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Grover Cleveland Elementary School rank in NJ?
Grover Cleveland Elementary School ranks #742 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Grover Cleveland Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Grover Cleveland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Grover Cleveland Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Grover Cleveland Elementary School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Grover Cleveland Elementary School a charter school?
No, Grover Cleveland Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Grover Cleveland Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Grover Cleveland Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grover Cleveland Elementary School?
69.8% of students at Grover Cleveland 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
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 470
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.3%
- Phone
- (732) 396-1040
Resources & Links
District
Rahway Public School District- District Enrollment
- 4,275
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,823
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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