Serving 588 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Indian Ave School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Ave School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Indian Ave School's student population of 588 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
588 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Indian Ave School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Ave School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2124 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
88%
34%
Black
9%
15%
White
2%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Ave School's ranking?
Indian Ave School is ranked #2124 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Indian Ave School often compared to?
Indian Ave Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Indian Ave School?
588 students attend Indian Ave School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Indian Ave School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Indian Ave School?
Indian Ave School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Indian Ave School offer ?
Indian Ave School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Indian Ave School part of?
Indian Ave School is part of Bridgeton City School District.
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