Needs Improvement
#2345 of 2,466 schools in NJ
The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen
School · Bloomfield Township School District
280 Davey Street, Bloomfield, NJ 07003
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,345 of 2,466
In Bloomfield
#11 of 11
public schools
In district
#11 of 11
Bloomfield Township School District
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The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen
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About The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen
The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen is a public school in Bloomfield, NJ, part of Bloomfield Township School District. The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen serves approximately 187 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,345 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen show 25% math proficiency (2012 EdFacts) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (2012 EdFacts).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.8
- NJ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 187 students, The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen 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
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The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen — Students at The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
21.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores NJ EDFACTS (2011-12)
Based on 2 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
How The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen Compares
See how The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
280 Davey Street, Bloomfield, NJ 07003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen may also want to explore other schools in the area. Belleville PS7 (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Belleville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Belleville PS4 (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Belleville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Demarest Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bloomfield, see our Bloomfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Franklin Elementary School Bloomfield | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| MAARIF SCHOOL Bloomfield | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Fairview Elementary School Bloomfield | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Lincoln School Nutley | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Belleville PS10 Belleville | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Bloomfield High School Bloomfield | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| SANDY LANE NURSERY SCHOOL Belleville | 1.1 mi | — |
| WESTBRIDGE ACADEMY Bloomfield | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Belleville PS7 Belleville | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Bloomfield Middle School Bloomfield | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Demarest Elementary School Bloomfield | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| 1ST CEREBRAL PALSY OF NJ Belleville | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Forest Avenue School Glen Ridge | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Belleville High School Belleville | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Central School Glen Ridge | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| HOLY FAMILY DAY NURSERY AND CONVENT Nutley | 1.2 mi | — |
| Ridgewood Avenue School Glen Ridge | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Radcliffe School Nutley | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Berkeley Elementary School Bloomfield | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Belleville PS4 Belleville | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,805
Median Home Value
$447,600
Median Rent
$1,775/mo
Population
52,921
College Educated
48.6%
Homeownership
52.1%
Avg Commute
33.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
38.1
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen
What grades does The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen serve?
The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen?
The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen has an enrollment of approximately 187 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen?
The student-teacher ratio at The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen rank in NJ?
The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen ranks #2,345 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen's MySchoolScout rating?
The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen?
Based on loaded state assessment records, The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen has 25% math proficiency (2012 EdFacts) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (2012 EdFacts).
Is The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen a charter school?
No, The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen a Title I school?
No, The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen?
21.9% of students at The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 187
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.9%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (973) 680-8698
Resources & Links
District
Bloomfield Township School District- District Enrollment
- 6,438
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,525
- District Rank
- #11 of 11
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