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Seventh Avenue

Elementary School · HADDON HEIGHTS School District

316 Seventh Avenue, Haddon Heights, NJ 08035

Enrollment

146

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

5.7

Grades

3rd – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,647 of 2,466

In Haddon Heights

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

HADDON HEIGHTS School District

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Seventh Avenue

5.7/10

Elementary School in Haddon Heights · grades 3rd – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.9/10

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7.1/10

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About Seventh Avenue

Seventh Avenue is a public elementary school in Haddon Heights, NJ, part of HADDON HEIGHTS School District. Seventh Avenue serves approximately 146 students, and covers grades 3rd-6th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Seventh Avenue has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,647 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Seventh Avenue show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 146 students, Seventh Avenue is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+10.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.4 pts
Overall Proficiency57% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-8.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,304
Chronic Absenteeism2.1%

Seventh Avenue — Students at Seventh Avenue score 57% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

5.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 63.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 67.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 45 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
82%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2024
Math
55.7%
ELA
60%
2025
Math
58.7%
ELA
55.3%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Seventh Avenue Compares

See how Seventh Avenue performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
33th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
5.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
6%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
11 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
2.1%

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

316 Seventh Avenue, Haddon Heights, NJ 08035

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Seventh Avenue may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ethel M Burke Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Bellmawr), which scores notably higher. Another option is Haviland Avenue School (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Audubon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Avon Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Haddonfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Haddon Heights, see our Haddon Heights schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Atlantic Avenue Haddon Heights 0.5 mi 4.9
Haddon Heights Jr./Sr. High School Haddon Heights 0.5 mi 7.1
ST ROSE OF LIMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Haddon Heights 0.6 mi 6.2
Woodland Middle School Barrington 0.8 mi 8.7
Avon Elementary School Haddonfield 0.7 mi 7.0
Haviland Avenue School Audubon 1.2 mi 7.1
Glenview Avenue Haddon Heights 1.0 mi 5.5
Mansion Avenue School Audubon 1.1 mi 6.0
Audubon Junior/Senior High School Audubon 1.1 mi 6.3
Van Sciver Elementary School Haddonfield 1.5 mi 7.0
PAUL VI HIGH SCHOOL Haddonfield 1.5 mi 4.0
Elizabeth Haddon School Haddonfield 1.4 mi 7.0
William G. Rohrer Middle School Westmont 1.6 mi 8.1
Ethel M Burke Elementary School Bellmawr 1.5 mi 8.6
Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School Oaklyn 1.7 mi 5.9
Haddon Township High School Westmont 1.8 mi 4.9
Stoy Elementary School Haddonfield 1.9 mi 3.8
Central School Haddonfield 1.7 mi 6.3
Raymond W. Kershaw School Mount Ephraim 1.5 mi 6.0
Haddonfield Middle School Haddonfield 1.7 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08035 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$124,592

Median Home Value

$353,700

Median Rent

$1,179/mo

Population

7,530

College Educated

55.4%

Homeownership

77.8%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

2.4%

Median Age

40.2

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Lavallette Elementary School Lavallette, NJ 5.7
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Ethel A. Jacobsen Elementary School Surf City, NJ 5.8
Highlands Elementary School Highlands, NJ 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Seventh Avenue

What grades does Seventh Avenue serve?

Seventh Avenue serves students in grades 3rd through 6th.

How many students attend Seventh Avenue?

Seventh Avenue has an enrollment of approximately 146 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Seventh Avenue?

The student-teacher ratio at Seventh Avenue is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Seventh Avenue rank in NJ?

Seventh Avenue ranks #1,647 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Seventh Avenue's MySchoolScout rating?

Seventh Avenue has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Seventh Avenue?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Seventh Avenue has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Seventh Avenue a charter school?

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

Is Seventh Avenue a Title I school?

No, Seventh Avenue is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Seventh Avenue?

5.5% of students at Seventh Avenue 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
70 Very Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 6th
Enrollment
146
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Free/Reduced Lunch
5.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Camden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
2.1%

District

HADDON HEIGHTS School District
District Enrollment
1,461
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,304
District Rank
#2 of 4

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