Serving 642 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Edward J. Patten Elementary 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 19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to 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-5
- Enrollment: 642 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edward J. Patten Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Edward J. Patten Elementary School's student population of 642 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
642 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
Edward J. Patten Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edward J. Patten Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#1825 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
89%
34%
Black
9%
15%
White
2%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edward J. Patten Elementary School's ranking?
Edward J. Patten Elementary School is ranked #1825 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Edward J. Patten Elementary School often compared to?
Edward J. Patten Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Edward J. Patten Elementary School?
642 students attend Edward J. Patten Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Edward J. Patten Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edward J. Patten Elementary School?
Edward J. Patten Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Edward J. Patten Elementary School offer ?
Edward J. Patten Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edward J. Patten Elementary School part of?
Edward J. Patten Elementary School is part of Perth Amboy Public School District.
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