Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center serves 589 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than 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: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center's student population of 589 students has grown by 89% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
589 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center is 0.41, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
74%
34%
Black
21%
15%
White
2%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
4%
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
How many students attend Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center?
589 students attend Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center?
Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center offer ?
Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center part of?
Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center is part of Bridgeton City School District.
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