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#1535 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Octavio V. Catto Community Family School
Elementary School · Camden City School District
3100 WESTFIELD AVE, Camden, NJ 08105
Enrollment
600
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
600
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,535 of 2,466
In Camden
#5 of 20
public schools
In district
#3 of 16
Camden City School District
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Octavio V. Catto Community Family School
Elementary School in Camden · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Octavio V. Catto Community Family School
Octavio V. Catto Community Family School is a public elementary school in Camden, NJ, part of Camden City School District. Octavio V.
Catto Community Family School serves approximately 600 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Octavio V. Catto Community Family School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,535 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Octavio V. Catto Community Family School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Octavio V. Catto Community Family School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Octavio V. Catto Community Family School — Students at Octavio V. Catto Community Family School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 55 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 6.7/10.
How Octavio V. Catto Community Family School Compares
See how Octavio V. Catto Community Family School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3100 WESTFIELD AVE, Camden, NJ 08105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Octavio V. Catto Community Family School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOSEPH PRO-CATHEDRAL SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Thomas H. Dudley Family School (rated 6.0/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST CECILIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Pennsauken), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Camden, see our Camden schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| East Side High School Camden | 0.2 mi | 3.0 |
| ST JOSEPH PRO-CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Camden | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Dr. Henry H. Davis Elementary School Camden | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| URBAN PROMISE ACADEMY Pennsauken | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Camden's Promise Charter School Camden | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| A.E. Burling High School Pennsauken | 0.8 mi | — |
| Baldwin Elementary School Pennsauken | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| JDT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pennsauken | 0.9 mi | — |
| Thomas H. Dudley Family School Camden | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Veterans Memorial Family School Camden | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| G.H. Carson Elementary School Pennsauken | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| ST CECILIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pennsauken | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Camden County Technical School-Pennsauken Pennsauken | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Mastery Schools of Camden Inc. Camden | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Dr. Charles E. Brimm Medical Arts High School Camden | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Camden Big Picture Learning Academy Camden | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Camden High School Camden | 1.3 mi | 3.0 |
| Creative Arts High School Camden | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Forest Hill School Camden | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Early Childhood Development Center Camden | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,319
Median Home Value
$113,100
Median Rent
$1,215/mo
Population
26,681
College Educated
8%
Homeownership
42.2%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
23.4%
Median Age
30.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Berkeley Terrace Elementary School Irvington, NJ | 5.9 |
| Cedarbrook Elementary School Plainfield, NJ | 5.9 |
| Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 Passaic, NJ | 5.9 |
| Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School Newark, NJ | 5.9 |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School Parlin, NJ | 5.9 |
| East Orange Community Charter School East Orange, NJ | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Octavio V. Catto Community Family School
What grades does Octavio V. Catto Community Family School serve?
Octavio V. Catto Community Family School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Octavio V. Catto Community Family School?
Octavio V. Catto Community Family School has an enrollment of approximately 600 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Octavio V. Catto Community Family School?
The student-teacher ratio at Octavio V. Catto Community Family School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Octavio V. Catto Community Family School rank in NJ?
Octavio V. Catto Community Family School ranks #1,535 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Octavio V. Catto Community Family School's MySchoolScout rating?
Octavio V. Catto Community Family School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Octavio V. Catto Community Family School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Octavio V. Catto Community Family School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Octavio V. Catto Community Family School a charter school?
No, Octavio V. Catto Community Family School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Octavio V. Catto Community Family School a Title I school?
No, Octavio V. Catto Community Family School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Octavio V. Catto Community Family School?
54.2% of students at Octavio V. Catto Community Family 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 600
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Camden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.3%
- Phone
- (856) 966-4097
Resources & Links
District
Camden City School District- District Enrollment
- 7,117
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $44,954
- District Rank
- #3 of 16
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