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Southern Boulevard School

Elementary School · School District of the Chathams

192 SOUTHERN BOULEVARD, Chatham, NJ 07928

Enrollment

380

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,732 of 2,466

In Chatham

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

School District of the Chathams

Equity

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Southern Boulevard School

5.5/10

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

Chatham High School

6.3/10

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6.8/10

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About Southern Boulevard School

Southern Boulevard School is a public elementary school in Chatham, NJ, part of School District of the Chathams. Southern Boulevard School serves approximately 380 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Southern Boulevard School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,732 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Southern Boulevard School show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-6.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency76% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+28.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+20.9 pts
Overall Proficiency70% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)67% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,673
Chronic Absenteeism7.6%

Southern Boulevard School — Students at Southern Boulevard School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

1.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 84.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 77.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 32 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
97.5%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
92%
ELA
72%
2024
Math
84.6%
ELA
69.2%
2025
Math
76%
ELA
64.8%

* 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: 2.8/10.

How Southern Boulevard School Compares

See how Southern Boulevard School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
30th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
2%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.6%

Location

192 SOUTHERN BOULEVARD, Chatham, NJ 07928

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Southern Boulevard School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Salt Brook School (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby New Providence), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lafayette Avenue School (rated 6.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHATHAM DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chatham, see our Chatham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Chatham High School Chatham 0.6 mi 6.3
Lafayette Avenue School Chatham 0.7 mi 6.8
Kings Road School Madison 1.4 mi 5.8
Washington Avenue School Chatham 1.2 mi 5.2
Madison Junior School Madison 1.8 mi 8.7
MADISON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Madison 1.9 mi
Chatham Middle School Chatham 1.6 mi 7.5
ECLC OF NEW JERSEY Chatham 1.5 mi 6.9
ST VINCENT MARTYR SCHOOL Madison 1.9 mi 5.2
CHATHAM DAY SCHOOL Chatham 1.7 mi 6.4
Torey J. Sabatini School Madison 1.9 mi 6.3
New Providence High School New Providence 2.1 mi 8.0
New Providence Middle School New Providence 2.1 mi 8.5
RAINBOW MONTESSORI Madison 2.1 mi
Central Avenue School Madison 2.1 mi 6.2
THE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S ACADEMY OF CHATHAM Chatham 1.7 mi
Salt Brook School New Providence 2.0 mi 7.9
SUMMIT SPEECH SCHOOL New Providence 2.3 mi
SPROUT HOUSE Chatham 1.8 mi
Milton Avenue School Chatham 2.1 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07928 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$236,000

Median Home Value

$965,800

Median Rent

$2,441/mo

Population

19,667

College Educated

83.3%

Homeownership

82.2%

Avg Commute

34.9 min

Poverty Rate

2.2%

Median Age

39.8

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Glenview Avenue Haddon Heights, NJ 5.5
James Johnson Elementary School Cherry Hill, NJ 5.5
Jeffrey Clark School Mickleton, NJ 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Southern Boulevard School

What grades does Southern Boulevard School serve?

Southern Boulevard School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Southern Boulevard School?

Southern Boulevard School has an enrollment of approximately 380 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Southern Boulevard School?

The student-teacher ratio at Southern Boulevard School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Southern Boulevard School rank in NJ?

Southern Boulevard School ranks #1,732 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Southern Boulevard School's MySchoolScout rating?

Southern Boulevard School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Southern Boulevard School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Southern Boulevard School has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Southern Boulevard School a charter school?

No, Southern Boulevard School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Southern Boulevard School a Title I school?

No, Southern Boulevard School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southern Boulevard School?

1.8% of students at Southern Boulevard 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
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
1.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Morris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.6%

District

School District of the Chathams
District Enrollment
3,563
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,673
District Rank
#5 of 6

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