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Central Avenue Elementary School

Public | K-5 | 484 students

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5 stars

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Posted October 22, 2010

The teachers are kind, caring and love the kids. Mr. Kennedy is a prinicpal who is always looking out for the kids.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 3, 2009

Central Avenue is like a family - the faculty, parents and students are all commited to making this school the best! While the best education is a priority, there are also enrichment programs, sports and family events. I am very happy that my 2 kids attend CAS!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 18, 2009

excellent school, wonderful teachers, high parent involvment. I am thrilled that my children attend CAS.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 18, 2005

Excellent, homey school. It reminds me of how school was when my husband and I were growing up. The facilities are older, but there is a warmth in the school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 6, 2005

I think this school is great, my daughter goes there and I absolutely love it! There aregreat teachers who teach the students in such creative ways. The principle is very nice and is very friendly with the children. There are a bunch of volunteers and many parents involved with the children. They have so many oppurtuntinties for your children. I would definetly reccomend it!
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Language Arts Literacy

The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 67% in 2012.

99 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
77%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
82%

2009

 
 
80%
Math

The state average for Math was 78% in 2012.

99 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
85%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
87%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 59% in 2012.

77 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
77%

2011

 
 
75%

2010

 
 
78%

2009

 
 
76%
Math

The state average for Math was 77% in 2012.

77 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
87%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
86%
Science

The state average for Science was 91% in 2012.

77 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
97%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
96%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 62% in 2012.

67 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
82%

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
87%
Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2012.

67 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
91%

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
87%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

All Students77%
Female78%
Male75%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic63%
White85%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged42%
Non-economically disadvantaged82%
Special educationn/a
General education82%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant77%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students85%
Female82%
Male89%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic63%
White91%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged50%
Non-economically disadvantaged90%
Special educationn/a
General education93%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant85%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the New Jersey Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

All Students77%
Female80%
Male74%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic62%
White76%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Non-economically disadvantaged80%
Special educationn/a
General education82%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant77%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students87%
Female89%
Male86%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic77%
White87%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Non-economically disadvantaged87%
Special educationn/a
General education90%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant87%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Science

All Students97%
Female97%
Male98%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic92%
White98%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Non-economically disadvantaged99%
Special educationn/a
General education97%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant97%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the New Jersey Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

All Students82%
Female91%
Male71%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic46%
White89%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Non-economically disadvantaged85%
Special educationn/a
General education87%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant82%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students91%
Female94%
Male87%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic62%
White98%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Non-economically disadvantaged93%
Special educationn/a
General education95%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant91%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the New Jersey Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 72% 54%
Hispanic 15% 20%
Asian 9% 8%
Black 4% 17%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander N/A 0%
Two or more races N/A 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 9%N/A30%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 11N/A12
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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50 Central Avenue
Madison, NJ 07940
Phone: (973) 593-3173

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