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Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School
Elementary School · Irvington Public School District
54 MT VERNON AVENUE, Irvington, NJ 07111
Enrollment
522
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
522
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,007 of 2,466
In Irvington
#9 of 13
public schools
In district
#9 of 12
Irvington Public School District
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Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School
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About Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School
Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School is a public elementary school in Irvington, NJ, part of Irvington Public School District. Mt.
Vernon Avenue Elementary School serves approximately 522 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,007 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School — Students at Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 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: 5.5/10.
How Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School Compares
See how Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
54 MT VERNON AVENUE, Irvington, NJ 07111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hurden Looker School (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Hillside), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bruce Street School (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Newark), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ola Edwards Community School (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Hillside), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Irvington, see our Irvington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,232
Median Home Value
$291,500
Median Rent
$1,324/mo
Population
60,334
College Educated
22.3%
Homeownership
29.3%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Median Age
34.9
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| Erial Elementary School Sicklerville, NJ | 5.0 |
| Gloria M Sabater Elementary School Vineland, NJ | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School
What grades does Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School serve?
Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School?
Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 522 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School rank in NJ?
Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School ranks #2,007 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School?
59.0% of students at Mt. Vernon 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 522
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.0%
- Phone
- (973) 399-6875
Resources & Links
District
Irvington Public School District- District Enrollment
- 7,770
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,651
- District Rank
- #9 of 12
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