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Number 10

Elementary School · Linden Public School District

2801 Highland Avenue, Linden, NJ 07036

Enrollment

270

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,188 of 2,466

In Linden

#3 of 11

public schools

In district

#3 of 11

Linden Public School District

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Number 10

6.5/10

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

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7.6/10

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About Number 10

Number 10 is a public elementary school in Linden, NJ, part of Linden Public School District. Number 10 serves approximately 270 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Number 10 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,188 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Number 10 show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-13.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.5 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-4.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,382
Chronic Absenteeism11.9%

Number 10 — Students at Number 10 score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

50%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 45.5% (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
72%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
40.1%
ELA
27.6%
2025
Math
34.8%
ELA
36.4%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Number 10 Compares

See how Number 10 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
52th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.9%

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

2801 Highland Avenue, Linden, NJ 07036

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Number 10 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Valley Road School (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Clark), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hillside Avenue School (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Cranford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Winfield Township (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Winfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Linden, see our Linden schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Winfield Township Winfield 0.4 mi 7.6
CORNERSTONE DAY SCHOOL Cranford 0.5 mi 8.1
Myles J. McManus MIddle School Linden 0.5 mi 5.6
JARDINE ACADEMY Cranford 0.8 mi 5.7
Number 9 Linden 0.7 mi 7.5
Washington Elementary School Roselle 0.8 mi 5.2
Hillside Avenue School Cranford 0.8 mi 7.7
Grace Wilday Junior High School Roselle 0.9 mi 7.0
Linden High School Linden 1.0 mi 5.7
Valley Road School Clark 1.2 mi 8.2
Leonard V Moore Middle School Roselle 1.2 mi 5.2
TRINITY EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Cranford 1.4 mi
Walnut Avenue School Cranford 1.2 mi 4.8
Franklin Elementary School Rahway 1.6 mi 4.8
Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School Roselle Park 1.6 mi 4.7
Bloomingdale Avenue School Cranford 1.7 mi 4.9
Number 1 Linden 1.3 mi 6.2
MOTHER SETON REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Clark 1.5 mi 6.9
Abraham Clark High School Roselle 1.4 mi 2.9
Livingston Avenue School Cranford 1.4 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07036 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,942

Median Home Value

$385,100

Median Rent

$1,622/mo

Population

45,101

College Educated

23.2%

Homeownership

59.5%

Avg Commute

31.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

40

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Number 10

What grades does Number 10 serve?

Number 10 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Number 10?

Number 10 has an enrollment of approximately 270 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Number 10?

The student-teacher ratio at Number 10 is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Number 10 rank in NJ?

Number 10 ranks #1,188 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Number 10's MySchoolScout rating?

Number 10 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Number 10?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Number 10 has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Number 10 a charter school?

No, Number 10 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Number 10 a Title I school?

No, Number 10 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Number 10?

50.0% of students at Number 10 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
63 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
50.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Union County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.9%

District

Linden Public School District
District Enrollment
6,461
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,382
District Rank
#3 of 11

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