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#1477 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Madison Monroe School No. 16
Elementary School · Elizabeth Public Schools
1091 NORTH AVE, Elizabeth, NJ 07201
Enrollment
615
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
615
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,477 of 2,466
In Elizabeth
#23 of 37
public schools
In district
#23 of 37
Elizabeth Public Schools
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Madison Monroe School No. 16
Elementary School in Elizabeth · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Madison Monroe School No. 16
Madison Monroe School No. 16 is a public elementary school in Elizabeth, NJ, part of Elizabeth Public Schools. Madison Monroe School No. 16 serves approximately 615 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Madison Monroe School No. 16 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,477 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Madison Monroe School No. 16 show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Madison Monroe School No. 16 — Students at Madison Monroe School No. 16 score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 53 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: 5.8/10.
How Madison Monroe School No. 16 Compares
See how Madison Monroe School No. 16 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1091 NORTH AVE, Elizabeth, NJ 07201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Madison Monroe School No. 16 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29 (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sonia Sotomayor School No 25 (rated 7.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30 (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Elizabeth, see our Elizabeth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,026
Median Home Value
$413,000
Median Rent
$1,476/mo
Population
27,725
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
19.9%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
36.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Madison Monroe School No. 16
What grades does Madison Monroe School No. 16 serve?
Madison Monroe School No. 16 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Madison Monroe School No. 16?
Madison Monroe School No. 16 has an enrollment of approximately 615 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Madison Monroe School No. 16?
The student-teacher ratio at Madison Monroe School No. 16 is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Madison Monroe School No. 16 rank in NJ?
Madison Monroe School No. 16 ranks #1,477 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Madison Monroe School No. 16's MySchoolScout rating?
Madison Monroe School No. 16 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Madison Monroe School No. 16?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Madison Monroe School No. 16 has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Madison Monroe School No. 16 a charter school?
No, Madison Monroe School No. 16 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Madison Monroe School No. 16 a Title I school?
No, Madison Monroe School No. 16 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Madison Monroe School No. 16?
74.0% of students at Madison Monroe School No. 16 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 615
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.2%
- Phone
- (908) 436-5770
Resources & Links
District
Elizabeth Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 28,334
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,711
- District Rank
- #23 of 37
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