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Indian Ave School

Elementary School · Bridgeton City School District

399 INDIAN AVENUE, Bridgeton, NJ 08302

Enrollment

588

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,232 of 2,466

In Bridgeton

#2 of 13

public schools

In district

#2 of 8

Bridgeton City School District

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Indian Ave School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Bridgeton · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Indian Ave School

Indian Ave School is a public elementary school in Bridgeton, NJ, part of Bridgeton City School District. Indian Ave School serves approximately 588 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Indian Ave School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,232 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Indian Ave School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Indian Ave 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics3.3Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-33.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.8 pts
Overall Proficiency19% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-10.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,208
Chronic Absenteeism18%

Indian Ave School — Students at Indian Ave School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 19.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 22.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 53 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
50%
ELA
30%
2010
Math
51%
ELA
36%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
28%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
28%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
16%
ELA
15%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
21%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
16%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
3%
ELA
19%
2021*
Math
3%
ELA
19%
2022
Math
5%
ELA
16%
2024
Math
10%
ELA
19%
2025
Math
14.3%
ELA
24.1%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Indian Ave School Compares

See how Indian Ave School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
50th percentile in NJ
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
5.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.0%

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

399 INDIAN AVENUE, Bridgeton, NJ 08302

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Indian Ave School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Broad Street School (rated 6.6/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is BRIDGETON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Deerfield Township Elementary School (rated 5.7/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Rosenhayn), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bridgeton, see our Bridgeton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center Bridgeton 1.2 mi 2.7
Buckshutem Road School Bridgeton 1.2 mi 4.2
Bridgeton Public Charter School Millville 1.3 mi 5.6
Cherry Street School Bridgeton 1.5 mi 4.7
Bridgeton High School Bridgeton 1.4 mi 3.1
West Avenue School Bridgeton 1.5 mi 3.8
Broad Street School Bridgeton 1.6 mi 6.6
BRIDGETON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bridgeton 1.8 mi 5.8
Cumberland Regional High School Bridgeton 2.4 mi 5.2
Quarter Mile Lane School Bridgeton 2.2 mi 5.5
Fairfield Township School Bridgeton 2.2 mi 4.8
Hopewell Crest Bridgeton 2.6 mi 4.6
FAIRTON CHRISTIAN CENTER Fairton 3.8 mi 7.1
Cumberland Campus Bridgeton 4.1 mi 5.0
Elizabeth F. Moore School Seabrook 4.3 mi 3.4
Charles F. Seabrook School Seabrook 4.4 mi 5.6
Woodruff Middle School Seabrook 4.5 mi 3.2
Deerfield Township Elementary School Rosenhayn 5.1 mi 5.7
Pittsgrove Township Middle School Pittsgrove 6.6 mi 7.3
Myron L. Powell Elementary School Cedarville 7.0 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,301

Median Home Value

$202,000

Median Rent

$1,351/mo

Population

47,003

College Educated

13%

Homeownership

57.5%

Avg Commute

26.1 min

Poverty Rate

22.7%

Median Age

32.4

Similar Schools

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Belmont Runyon Elementary School Newark, NJ 6.4
Brookside Elementary School Monroe Township, NJ 6.4
Carl T. Mitnick School Cape May, NJ 6.4
Chancellor Avenue School Newark, NJ 6.4
Deane-Porter Elementary School Rumson, NJ 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Indian Ave School

What grades does Indian Ave School serve?

Indian Ave School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Indian Ave School?

Indian Ave School has an enrollment of approximately 588 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Indian Ave School?

The student-teacher ratio at Indian Ave School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Indian Ave School rank in NJ?

Indian Ave School ranks #1,232 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Indian Ave School's MySchoolScout rating?

Indian Ave School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Indian Ave School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Indian Ave School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Indian Ave School a charter school?

No, Indian Ave School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Indian Ave School a Title I school?

No, Indian Ave School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Indian Ave School?

69.0% of students at Indian Ave 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
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
588
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Cumberland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.0%

District

Bridgeton City School District
District Enrollment
6,213
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,208
District Rank
#2 of 8

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