Below Average
#2078 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Based on limited data
Walnut Avenue School
Elementary School · Cranford Public School District
370 WALNUT AVENUE, Cranford, NJ 07016
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NJ statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
305
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
305
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,078 of 2,466
In Cranford
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
Cranford Public School District
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Walnut Avenue School
Elementary School in Cranford · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Walnut Avenue School
Walnut Avenue School is a public elementary school in Cranford, NJ, part of Cranford Public School District. Walnut Avenue School serves approximately 305 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Walnut Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,078 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Walnut Avenue School Compares
See how Walnut Avenue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
370 WALNUT AVENUE, Cranford, NJ 07016
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walnut Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Valley Road School (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Clark), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hillside Avenue School (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Winfield Township (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Winfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cranford, see our Cranford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Livingston Avenue School Cranford | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Hillside Avenue School Cranford | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Cranford | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| TRINITY EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Cranford | 0.9 mi | — |
| JARDINE ACADEMY Cranford | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Cranford High School Cranford | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER #1517 Clark | 1.2 mi | — |
| CORNERSTONE DAY SCHOOL Cranford | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| MOTHER SETON REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Clark | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Winfield Township Winfield | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Valley Road School Clark | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Brookside Place School Cranford | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Clark Preschool Annex Clark | 1.5 mi | — |
| Number 10 Linden | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Lincoln Garwood | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Bloomingdale Avenue School Cranford | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Arthur L. Johnson High School Clark | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Jefferson Elementary School Westfield | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Orange Avenue School Cranford | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| FEATHERBED LANE SCHOOL OF CLARK Clark | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$148,629
Median Home Value
$635,800
Median Rent
$2,116/mo
Population
23,841
College Educated
64.8%
Homeownership
78.4%
Avg Commute
35.4 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Claremont Avenue Elementary School Colonia, NJ | 4.8 |
| Clarence B. Lamb Elementary School Wrightstown, NJ | 4.8 |
| Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter School Jersey City, NJ | 4.8 |
| Glendora Elementary School Glendora, NJ | 4.8 |
| Greenwich School Stewartsville, NJ | 4.8 |
| John C. Milanesi Elementary School Buena, NJ | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walnut Avenue School
What grades does Walnut Avenue School serve?
Walnut Avenue School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Walnut Avenue School?
Walnut Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 305 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walnut Avenue School?
The student-teacher ratio at Walnut Avenue School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Walnut Avenue School rank in NJ?
Walnut Avenue School ranks #2,078 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Walnut Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?
Walnut Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Walnut Avenue School a charter school?
No, Walnut Avenue School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Walnut Avenue School a Title I school?
No, Walnut Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walnut Avenue School?
1.0% of students at Walnut Avenue 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 305
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 1.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.9%
- Phone
- (908) 709-6253
Resources & Links
District
Cranford Public School District- District Enrollment
- 3,768
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,003
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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