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Rose M. Lopez Elementary School

Elementary School · Perth Amboy Public School District

435 Seaman Avenue, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861

Enrollment

868

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,272 of 2,466

In Perth Amboy

#4 of 14

public schools

In district

#4 of 12

Perth Amboy Public School District

Academic growth

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Rose M. Lopez Elementary School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Perth Amboy · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School

7.2/10

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5.6/10

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About Rose M. Lopez Elementary School

Rose M. Lopez Elementary School is a public elementary school in Perth Amboy, NJ, part of Perth Amboy Public School District. Rose M.

Lopez Elementary School serves approximately 868 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Rose M. Lopez Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,272 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Rose M. Lopez Elementary School show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data5
Annual Change+2.05 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-16.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.4 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$42,650
Chronic Absenteeism12%

Rose M. Lopez Elementary School — Students at Rose M. Lopez Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

81%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 19.5% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
48.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 24.7% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
44.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 10 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2024
Math
23.8%
ELA
33.1%
2025
Math
31.5%
ELA
29.5%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Rose M. Lopez Elementary School Compares

See how Rose M. Lopez Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
49th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
5.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
81%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

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

435 Seaman Avenue, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rose M. Lopez Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School (rated 7.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is James J. Flynn Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Perth Amboy, see our Perth Amboy schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School Perth Amboy 0.3 mi 7.2
Academy for Urban Leadership Charter School Perth Amboy 0.4 mi 5.6
Samuel E. Shull Middle School Perth Amboy 0.5 mi 6.1
ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Perth Amboy 0.6 mi 5.7
Ignacio Cruz Early Childhood Center Perth Amboy 0.6 mi 5.4
Perth Amboy High School Perth Amboy 0.7 mi 3.6
Edward J. Patten Elementary School Perth Amboy 0.6 mi 6.1
Middlesex County STEM Charter School Perth Amboy 0.8 mi 3.5
William C. McGinnis Middle School Perth Amboy 0.8 mi 5.2
Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School Perth Amboy 0.7 mi 5.6
Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School Perth Amboy 1.0 mi 7.1
Perth Amboy Magnet School Perth Amboy 0.9 mi 5.5
Edmund Hmieleski Early Childhood Center Perth Amboy 1.1 mi 5.4
James J. Flynn Elementary School Perth Amboy 1.3 mi 7.2
Woodbridge Academy Magnet School Woodbridge 1.7 mi 8.8
South Amboy Elementary South Amboy 2.4 mi 5.9
South Amboy Middle/High School South Amboy 2.4 mi 3.9
PS 1 TOTTENVILLE Staten Island 1.9 mi 6.2
IS 34 TOTTENVILLE Staten Island 1.9 mi 7.8
ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Woodbridge 2.5 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08861 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,464

Median Home Value

$340,900

Median Rent

$1,623/mo

Population

58,264

College Educated

15.5%

Homeownership

35%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

19.2%

Median Age

37.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rose M. Lopez Elementary School

What grades does Rose M. Lopez Elementary School serve?

Rose M. Lopez Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Rose M. Lopez Elementary School?

Rose M. Lopez Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 868 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rose M. Lopez Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Rose M. Lopez Elementary School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rose M. Lopez Elementary School rank in NJ?

Rose M. Lopez Elementary School ranks #1,272 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Rose M. Lopez Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Rose M. Lopez Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Rose M. Lopez Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rose M. Lopez Elementary School has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

Is Rose M. Lopez Elementary School a charter school?

No, Rose M. Lopez Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Rose M. Lopez Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Rose M. Lopez Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rose M. Lopez Elementary School?

81.0% of students at Rose M. Lopez 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
88 Very Walkable
Transit Score
44 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
868
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Free/Reduced Lunch
81.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.0%

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