Serving 684 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century 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 14% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (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 99% 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: 684 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School's student population of 684 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
684 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century 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 Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School is 0.08, 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
#1973 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
96%
34%
Black
3%
15%
White
1%
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
6%
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 Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School's ranking?
Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School is ranked #1973 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School?
684 students attend Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School?
Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School offer ?
Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School part of?
Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School is part of Perth Amboy Public School District.
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