Serving 490 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Centre City Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centre City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Centre City Elementary School's student population of 490 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Preparing students for lifelong success through comprehensive academics, community partnerships, and character education.
School Rankings
Centre City Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centre City Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#556 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
13%
34%
Black
5%
15%
White
74%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centre City Elementary School's ranking?
Centre City Elementary School is ranked #556 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Centre City Elementary School often compared to?
Centre City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harrison Township Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Centre City Elementary School?
490 students attend Centre City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Centre City Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centre City Elementary School?
Centre City Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Centre City Elementary School offer ?
Centre City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Centre City Elementary School part of?
Centre City Elementary School is part of Mantua Township School District.
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