Linden Avenue School serves 158 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Linden Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Linden Avenue School's student population of 158 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
158 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
You will be loved first and taught second
School Rankings
The diversity score of Linden Avenue School is 0.50, 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
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
9%
34%
Black
5%
15%
White
69%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
32%
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 schools are Linden Avenue School often compared to?
Linden Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Avenue School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Linden Avenue School?
158 students attend Linden Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Linden Avenue School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Linden Avenue School?
Linden Avenue School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Linden Avenue School offer ?
Linden Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Linden Avenue School part of?
Linden Avenue School is part of Glen Ridge Public School District.
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