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Top 41% in state

Lindeneau Elementary School

Elementary School · Edison Township School District

50 BLOSSOM STREET, Edison, NJ 08817

Enrollment

490

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,004 of 2,466

In Edison

#7 of 20

public schools

In district

#6 of 19

Edison Township School District

Academic growth

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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6.8/10

Elementary School in Edison · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lindeneau Elementary School

Lindeneau Elementary School is a public elementary school in Edison, NJ, part of Edison Township School District. Lindeneau Elementary School serves approximately 490 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lindeneau Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,004 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Lindeneau Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.2 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,118
Chronic Absenteeism21.4%

Lindeneau Elementary School — Students at Lindeneau Elementary School score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 45.2% (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
83%
ELA
58%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
70%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
45%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
14%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
35%
2022
Math
28%
ELA
41%
2024
Math
34.1%
ELA
35.7%
2025
Math
39.9%
ELA
38.7%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Lindeneau Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.4%

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

50 BLOSSOM STREET, Edison, NJ 08817

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lindeneau Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bright Beginnings Learning Center (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Piscataway), which scores notably higher. Another option is Washington Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Edison, see our Edison schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
NEW FRIENDS CHILDCARE & PRESCHOOL Edison 0.5 mi
Irving Primary School Highland Park 0.5 mi 5.6
Thomas Jefferson Middle School Edison 0.8 mi 5.9
John Marshall Elementary School Edison 0.7 mi 5.6
Bartle Elementary School Highland Park 1.0 mi 6.8
Highland Park High School Highland Park 0.9 mi 4.9
Highland Park Middle School Highland Park 0.9 mi 7.3
LITTLE FLOWER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Edison 1.2 mi 5.4
Washington Elementary School Edison 1.1 mi 7.6
CHILDRENS HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Highland Park 1.0 mi
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School New Brunswick 1.3 mi 4.0
RABBI PESACH RAYMON YESHIVA Edison 1.1 mi 6.3
Edison High School Edison 1.3 mi 4.4
Edison Early Learning Center Edison 1.4 mi 6.0
Future Foundations Academy (FFA) Piscataway 1.8 mi 6.1
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School Edison 1.5 mi 7.3
Piscataway Magnet School Piscataway 1.7 mi 8.5
Piscataway Regional Day School Piscataway 1.9 mi 3.6
Bright Beginnings Learning Center Piscataway 2.0 mi 8.3
TIMOTHY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Piscataway 2.0 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08817 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,734

Median Home Value

$411,100

Median Rent

$1,946/mo

Population

47,924

College Educated

48.5%

Homeownership

53.9%

Avg Commute

30.6 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

38.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lindeneau Elementary School

What grades does Lindeneau Elementary School serve?

Lindeneau Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Lindeneau Elementary School?

Lindeneau Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 490 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lindeneau Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lindeneau Elementary School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lindeneau Elementary School rank in NJ?

Lindeneau Elementary School ranks #1,004 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Lindeneau Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lindeneau 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 Lindeneau Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lindeneau Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lindeneau Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Lindeneau Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

61.2% of students at Lindeneau 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
64 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.4%

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