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#1162 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 47% in state

Ventnor Elementary School

Elementary School · Ventnor City School District

400 N LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Ventnor, NJ 08406

Enrollment

302

Student-Teacher

7.9:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,162 of 2,466

In Ventnor

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Ventnor City School District

Equity

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Ventnor Elementary School

6.6/10

Elementary School in Ventnor · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ventnor Elementary School

Ventnor Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ventnor, NJ, part of Ventnor City School District. Ventnor Elementary School serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ventnor Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,162 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Ventnor Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with NJ schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 7.9:1 students to teachers, Ventnor Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+12 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.8 pts
Overall Proficiency60% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+18.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$41,978
Chronic Absenteeism20.5%

Ventnor Elementary School — Students at Ventnor Elementary School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 49.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 50.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
61.4%
ELA
62.2%
2025
Math
59.9%
ELA
60.7%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How Ventnor Elementary School Compares

See how Ventnor Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
53th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

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

400 N LAFAYETTE AVENUE, Ventnor, NJ 08406

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ventnor Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Northfield Community Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Northfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Richmond Avenue School (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Atlantic City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Main Street Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Pleasantville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ventnor, see our Ventnor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Ventnor Middle School Ventnor 0.0 mi 8.8
Eugene A. Tighe Middle School Margate 0.5 mi 9.0
William H. Ross III School Margate 0.6 mi 5.5
Atlantic City High School Atlantic City 2.2 mi 4.4
Chelsea Heights School Atlantic City 2.0 mi 5.8
Richmond Avenue School Atlantic City 2.0 mi 7.8
Sovereign Avenue School Atlantic City 2.6 mi 7.6
Brighton Avenue School Atlantic City 2.8 mi 5.8
OUR LADY STAR OF THE SEA REGIONAL Atlantic City 3.0 mi 7.2
Texas Avenue School Atlantic City 3.0 mi 6.2
South Main Street Elementary School Pleasantville 3.6 mi 7.7
Venice Park School Atlantic City 3.5 mi 5.6
Washington Avenue Elementary School Pleasantville 4.0 mi 7.0
North Main Street Elementary School Pleasantville 4.1 mi 7.6
Dr Martin Luther King Jr School Complex Atlantic City 3.5 mi 3.9
New York Avenue School Atlantic City 3.9 mi 4.6
Leeds Avenue Elementary School Pleasantville 4.9 mi 6.8
Northfield Community Middle School Northfield 4.0 mi 7.2
Northfield Community Elementary School Northfield 4.0 mi 8.0
Pleasantville High School Pleasantville 4.9 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08406 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,034

Median Home Value

$345,300

Median Rent

$1,460/mo

Population

8,962

College Educated

38%

Homeownership

62.8%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

10.6%

Median Age

56.8

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Jefferson Elementary School Bergenfield, NJ 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ventnor Elementary School

What grades does Ventnor Elementary School serve?

Ventnor Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Ventnor Elementary School?

Ventnor Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ventnor Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ventnor Elementary School is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ventnor Elementary School rank in NJ?

Ventnor Elementary School ranks #1,162 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Ventnor Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ventnor Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Ventnor Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ventnor Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ventnor Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Ventnor Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Ventnor Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ventnor Elementary School?

46.7% of students at Ventnor 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
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Atlantic County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

District

Ventnor City School District
District Enrollment
495
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$41,978
District Rank
#2 of 2

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