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#604 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 25% in state

North Main Street Elementary School

Elementary School · Pleasantville Public School District

215 NORTH MAIN STREET, Pleasantville, NJ 08232

Enrollment

375

Student-Teacher

8.9:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#604 of 2,466

In Pleasantville

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

Pleasantville Public School District

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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North Main Street Elementary School

7.6/10

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

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7.0/10

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4.3/10

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About North Main Street Elementary School

North Main Street Elementary School is a public elementary school in Pleasantville, NJ, part of Pleasantville Public School District. North Main Street Elementary School serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. North Main Street Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #604 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for North Main Street Elementary School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 8.9:1 students to teachers, North Main Street 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 Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+5.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-20.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.4 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+6.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,149
Chronic Absenteeism20.5%

North Main Street Elementary School — Students at North Main Street Elementary School score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 27.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 27.9% (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

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
52%
ELA
27%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2024
Math
16.6%
ELA
34.6%
2025
Math
27.4%
ELA
35.5%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How North Main Street Elementary School Compares

See how North Main Street Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
76th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

Location

215 NORTH MAIN STREET, Pleasantville, NJ 08232

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Main Street Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Northfield Community Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Northfield), which scores slightly higher. Another option is H Ashton Marsh (rated 7.9/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Absecon), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, South Main Street Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Pleasantville, see our Pleasantville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Washington Avenue Elementary School Pleasantville 0.5 mi 7.0
Pleasantville High School Pleasantville 0.8 mi 4.3
Pleasantville Middle School Pleasantville 0.9 mi 4.6
South Main Street Elementary School Pleasantville 0.9 mi 7.7
Leeds Avenue Elementary School Pleasantville 1.0 mi 6.8
HIGHLAND ACADEMY II Absecon 2.2 mi 5.3
Principle Academy Charter School Egg Harbor Township 2.2 mi 7.5
H Ashton Marsh Absecon 3.1 mi 7.9
Emma C Attales Absecon 3.1 mi 7.1
Atlantic City High School Atlantic City 3.0 mi 4.4
Northfield Community Middle School Northfield 3.0 mi 7.2
Northfield Community Elementary School Northfield 3.0 mi 8.0
COASTAL LEARNING CENTER ATLANTIC Northfield 3.2 mi
Arthur Rann Elementary School Galloway 4.1 mi 5.1
Ventnor Middle School Ventnor 4.1 mi 8.8
Ventnor Elementary School Ventnor 4.1 mi 6.6
Eugene A. Tighe Middle School Margate 4.4 mi 9.0
William H. Ross III School Margate 4.6 mi 5.5
Chelsea Heights School Atlantic City 4.1 mi 5.8
Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School Egg Harbor Township 3.9 mi 5.2

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 North Main Street Elementary School

What grades does North Main Street Elementary School serve?

North Main Street Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend North Main Street Elementary School?

North Main Street Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Main Street Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at North Main Street Elementary School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Main Street Elementary School rank in NJ?

North Main Street Elementary School ranks #604 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is North Main Street Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

North Main Street Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 North Main Street Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Main Street Elementary School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is North Main Street Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is North Main Street Elementary School a Title I school?

No, North Main Street Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Main Street Elementary School?

76.5% of students at North Main Street 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
76 Very Walkable
Transit Score
45 Some Transit
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Atlantic County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

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