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Lynn Crest Elementary School

Elementary School · Woodbridge Township School District

98 IRA AVENUE, Colonia, NJ 07067

Enrollment

289

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,638 of 2,466

In Colonia

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#16 of 24

Woodbridge Township School District

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Lynn Crest Elementary School

5.8/10

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

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6.6/10

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4.9/10

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About Lynn Crest Elementary School

Lynn Crest Elementary School is a public elementary school in Colonia, NJ, part of Woodbridge Township School District. Lynn Crest Elementary School serves approximately 289 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lynn Crest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,638 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Lynn Crest Elementary School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Lynn Crest Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-4.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+13.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15 pts
Overall Proficiency60% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+4.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,802
Chronic Absenteeism6.2%

Lynn Crest Elementary School — Students at Lynn Crest Elementary School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

22.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 66.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 60.9% (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
97.5%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2024
Math
69.7%
ELA
59.1%
2025
Math
61.6%
ELA
58.9%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Lynn Crest Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
34th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
23%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.2%

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

98 IRA AVENUE, Colonia, NJ 07067

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lynn Crest Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pennsylvania Avenue Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Franklin D Roosevelt School (rated 6.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Edison), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Colonia, see our Colonia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Oak Ridge Heights Elementary School Colonia 0.7 mi 6.6
Colonia High School Colonia 0.6 mi 4.9
Kennedy Park Elementary School Iselin 0.8 mi 6.1
ST JOHN VIANNEY SCHOOL Colonia 1.0 mi 6.1
Oak Tree Road Elementary School Iselin 1.1 mi 5.3
Colonia Middle School Colonia 1.1 mi 7.7
STEM ACADEMY FOR YOUNG KIDS Edison 1.3 mi
Robert Mascenik Elementary School Iselin 1.3 mi 6.4
James Madison Intermediate School Edison 1.2 mi 5.4
Pennsylvania Avenue Elementary School Colonia 1.3 mi 7.9
James Madison Primary School Edison 1.2 mi 5.6
Franklin D Roosevelt School Edison 1.2 mi 6.5
Claremont Avenue Elementary School Colonia 1.3 mi 4.8
Indiana Avenue Elementary School Iselin 1.6 mi 3.5
Frank K. Hehnly Clark 1.8 mi 6.2
ST HELENA SCHOOL Edison 1.5 mi 6.3
PLAZA CHILD CARE Edison 1.6 mi
NEWMARK SCHOOL Scotch Plains 2.0 mi 5.7
NEWMARK HIGH SCHOOL Scotch Plains 2.0 mi 5.2
Carl H. Kumpf School Clark 2.0 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07067 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$134,301

Median Home Value

$473,200

Median Rent

$1,964/mo

Population

18,294

College Educated

46.5%

Homeownership

88.2%

Avg Commute

33.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

43.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lynn Crest Elementary School

What grades does Lynn Crest Elementary School serve?

Lynn Crest Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Lynn Crest Elementary School?

Lynn Crest Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 289 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lynn Crest Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lynn Crest Elementary School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lynn Crest Elementary School rank in NJ?

Lynn Crest Elementary School ranks #1,638 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Lynn Crest Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lynn Crest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Lynn Crest Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lynn Crest Elementary School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lynn Crest Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Lynn Crest Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

22.5% of students at Lynn Crest 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
22 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
22.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.2%

District

Woodbridge Township School District
District Enrollment
14,044
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,802
District Rank
#16 of 24

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