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#1043 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 42% in state

Leeds Avenue Elementary School

Elementary School · Pleasantville Public School District

100 W LEEDS AVENUE, Pleasantville, NJ 08232

Enrollment

627

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,043 of 2,466

In Pleasantville

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Pleasantville Public School District

Academic growth

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Leeds Avenue Elementary School

6.8/10

Elementary School in Pleasantville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.6/10

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4.6/10

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About Leeds Avenue Elementary School

Leeds Avenue Elementary School is a public elementary school in Pleasantville, NJ, part of Pleasantville Public School District. Leeds Avenue Elementary School serves approximately 627 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Leeds Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,043 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Leeds Avenue Elementary School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.3
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Leeds 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+5.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-26.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.7 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-3.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,149
Chronic Absenteeism22.2%

Leeds Avenue Elementary School — Students at Leeds Avenue Elementary School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

71%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 33.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 32.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 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
67%
ELA
35%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
34%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
40%
2014
Math
23%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
6%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
6%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
19%
ELA
27%
2024
Math
17.6%
ELA
21.1%
2025
Math
21%
ELA
28.2%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Leeds Avenue Elementary School Compares

See how Leeds Avenue Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
58th percentile in NJ
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
5.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.2%

Location

100 W LEEDS AVENUE, Pleasantville, NJ 08232

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Leeds Avenue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Northfield Community Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Northfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is H Ashton Marsh (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Absecon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Main Street Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pleasantville, see our Pleasantville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
North Main Street Elementary School Pleasantville 1.0 mi 7.6
Pleasantville Middle School Pleasantville 0.9 mi 4.6
Pleasantville High School Pleasantville 1.0 mi 4.3
HIGHLAND ACADEMY II Absecon 1.2 mi 5.3
Washington Avenue Elementary School Pleasantville 1.4 mi 7.0
South Main Street Elementary School Pleasantville 1.9 mi 7.7
H Ashton Marsh Absecon 2.1 mi 7.9
Emma C Attales Absecon 2.1 mi 7.1
Arthur Rann Elementary School Galloway 3.2 mi 5.1
Principle Academy Charter School Egg Harbor Township 2.6 mi 7.5
Atlantic City High School Atlantic City 3.3 mi 4.4
Northfield Community Middle School Northfield 4.0 mi 7.2
Northfield Community Elementary School Northfield 4.0 mi 8.0
GARDEN STATE ACADEMY PRESCHOOL OF THE ARTS Absecon 4.6 mi
ASSUMPTION REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Absecon 4.6 mi 5.7
Venice Park School Atlantic City 4.0 mi 5.6
COASTAL LEARNING CENTER ATLANTIC Northfield 4.1 mi
Chelsea Heights School Atlantic City 4.4 mi 5.8
Ventnor Middle School Ventnor 4.9 mi 8.8
Ventnor Elementary School Ventnor 4.9 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08232 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,476

Median Home Value

$179,900

Median Rent

$1,210/mo

Population

20,200

College Educated

10.8%

Homeownership

50%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

23%

Median Age

35.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Leeds Avenue Elementary School

What grades does Leeds Avenue Elementary School serve?

Leeds Avenue Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Leeds Avenue Elementary School?

Leeds Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 627 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Leeds Avenue Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Leeds Avenue Elementary School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Leeds Avenue Elementary School rank in NJ?

Leeds Avenue Elementary School ranks #1,043 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Leeds Avenue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Leeds 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 Leeds Avenue Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Leeds Avenue Elementary School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Leeds Avenue Elementary School a charter school?

No, Leeds Avenue Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Leeds Avenue Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Leeds Avenue Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Leeds Avenue Elementary School?

71.0% of students at Leeds 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
627
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Free/Reduced Lunch
71.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Atlantic County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.2%

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