Serving 427 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Redwood 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 53% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Redwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Redwood Elementary School's student population of 427 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Redwood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Redwood Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#654 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
29%
34%
Black
32%
15%
White
24%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
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 is Redwood Elementary School's ranking?
Redwood Elementary School is ranked #654 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Redwood Elementary School often compared to?
Redwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kelly Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Redwood Elementary School?
427 students attend Redwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Redwood Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Redwood Elementary School?
Redwood Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Redwood Elementary School offer ?
Redwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Redwood Elementary School part of?
Redwood Elementary School is part of West Orange School District.
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