Serving 470 students in grades 3-5, Park Avenue 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 28% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Park Avenue Elementary School's student population of 470 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 18, 2026
School Motto
'Nurturing Excellence'
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
Park Avenue 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 Park Avenue Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#1474 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
82%
34%
Black
6%
15%
White
9%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Park Avenue Elementary School is ranked #1474 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Park Avenue Elementary School?
470 students attend Park Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Park Avenue Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Park Avenue Elementary School?
Park Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Park Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Park Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Avenue Elementary School part of?
Park Avenue Elementary School is part of Freehold Borough School District.
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