Very Good
#870 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 35% in state
Port Reading Avenue Elementary School
Elementary School · Woodbridge Township School District
77 TURNER STREET, Port Reading, NJ 07064
Enrollment
390
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
390
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#870 of 2,466
In district
#6 of 24
Woodbridge Township School District
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Port Reading Avenue Elementary School
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About Port Reading Avenue Elementary School
Port Reading Avenue Elementary School is a public elementary school in Port Reading, NJ, part of Woodbridge Township School District. Port Reading Avenue Elementary School serves approximately 390 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Port Reading Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #870 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Port Reading Avenue Elementary School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Port Reading Avenue Elementary School — Students at Port Reading Avenue Elementary School score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.4%
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: 7.4/10.
How Port Reading Avenue Elementary School Compares
See how Port Reading Avenue Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
77 TURNER STREET, Port Reading, NJ 07064
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Port Reading Avenue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nathan Hale Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Carteret), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Matthew Jago Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Sewaren), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, KATHLEEN GRIMM SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP (rated 7.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Staten Island), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Port Reading, see our Port Reading schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07064 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$143,194
Median Home Value
$415,500
Population
3,742
College Educated
31.2%
Homeownership
93.1%
Avg Commute
31.2 min
Poverty Rate
1.8%
Median Age
40
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| Briarwood School Florham Park, NJ | 7.1 |
| Brookside Elementary School Westwood, NJ | 7.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Port Reading Avenue Elementary School
What grades does Port Reading Avenue Elementary School serve?
Port Reading Avenue Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Port Reading Avenue Elementary School?
Port Reading Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 390 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Port Reading Avenue Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Port Reading Avenue Elementary School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Port Reading Avenue Elementary School rank in NJ?
Port Reading Avenue Elementary School ranks #870 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Port Reading Avenue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Port Reading Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Port Reading Avenue Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Port Reading Avenue Elementary School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Port Reading Avenue Elementary School a charter school?
No, Port Reading Avenue Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Port Reading Avenue Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Port Reading Avenue Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Port Reading Avenue Elementary School?
55.4% of students at Port Reading 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 390
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.3%
- Phone
- (732) 602-8409
Resources & Links
District
Woodbridge Township School District- District Enrollment
- 14,044
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,802
- District Rank
- #6 of 24
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