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Woodbine Avenue Elementary School

Elementary School · Woodbridge Township School District

89 WOODBINE AVENUE, Avenel, NJ 07001

Enrollment

421

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,286 of 2,466

In Avenel

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#12 of 24

Woodbridge Township School District

Academic growth

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Woodbine Avenue Elementary School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Avenel · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Woodbine Avenue Elementary School

Woodbine Avenue Elementary School is a public elementary school in Avenel, NJ, part of Woodbridge Township School District. Woodbine Avenue Elementary School serves approximately 421 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodbine Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,286 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Woodbine Avenue Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-2.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.9 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+0.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,802
Chronic Absenteeism19.5%

Woodbine Avenue Elementary School — Students at Woodbine Avenue Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

40.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 49.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 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
67%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
60%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
49%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
43.6%
ELA
43.1%
2025
Math
45.6%
ELA
45.8%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Woodbine Avenue Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
48th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.5%

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

89 WOODBINE AVENUE, Avenel, NJ 07001

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodbine Avenue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pennsylvania Avenue Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Colonia), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grover Cleveland Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Rahway), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Madison Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Rahway), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Avenel, see our Avenel schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Avenel Middle School Avenel 0.2 mi 7.2
PRECIOUS PUMPKIN LEARNING ACADEMY Rahway 0.7 mi
Avenel Street Elementary School Avenel 0.7 mi 6.4
Roosevelt Elementary School Rahway 1.1 mi 3.7
Woodbridge High School Woodbridge 1.5 mi 4.2
Grover Cleveland Elementary School Rahway 1.4 mi 7.3
Madison Elementary School Rahway 1.6 mi 6.7
Claremont Avenue Elementary School Colonia 1.3 mi 4.8
Rahway High School Rahway 1.6 mi 3.7
ECYC, INC. EDUCATION WITH CARE FOR YOUNG CHILDREN Rahway 1.7 mi
John F. Kennedy Memorial High School Iselin 1.6 mi 5.8
Rahway 7th & 8th Grade Academy Rahway 1.9 mi 7.0
Mawbey Street Elementary School Woodbridge 2.0 mi 5.8
Iselin Middle School Iselin 1.7 mi 7.7
Franklin Elementary School Rahway 2.0 mi 4.8
Woodbridge Middle School Woodbridge 2.1 mi 5.8
Ross Street Elementary School Woodbridge 2.3 mi 5.1
THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Woodbridge 2.3 mi
Pennsylvania Avenue Elementary School Colonia 1.9 mi 7.9
Robert Mascenik Elementary School Iselin 1.9 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,935

Median Home Value

$351,200

Median Rent

$1,839/mo

Population

17,143

College Educated

29.4%

Homeownership

49.7%

Avg Commute

34 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

39.3

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Brookside Elementary School Monroe Township, NJ 6.4
Carl T. Mitnick School Cape May, NJ 6.4
Deane-Porter Elementary School Rumson, NJ 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodbine Avenue Elementary School

What grades does Woodbine Avenue Elementary School serve?

Woodbine Avenue Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Woodbine Avenue Elementary School?

Woodbine Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 421 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodbine Avenue Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodbine Avenue Elementary School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodbine Avenue Elementary School rank in NJ?

Woodbine Avenue Elementary School ranks #1,286 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Woodbine Avenue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodbine Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Woodbine Avenue Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodbine Avenue Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Woodbine Avenue Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Woodbine Avenue Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

40.6% of students at Woodbine Avenue 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
33 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
40.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.5%

District

Woodbridge Township School District
District Enrollment
14,044
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,802
District Rank
#12 of 24

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