Serving 784 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Broad Street School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 784 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Broad Street School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Broad Street School's student population of 784 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
784 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Rankings
Broad Street School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Broad Street School is 0.19, 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
#2100 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Hispanic
90%
35%
Black
6%
14%
White
3%
37%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Broad Street School's ranking?
Broad Street School is ranked #2100 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Broad Street School often compared to?
Broad Street Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buckshutem Road School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Broad Street School?
784 students attend Broad Street School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Broad Street School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Broad Street School?
Broad Street School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Broad Street School offer ?
Broad Street School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Broad Street School part of?
Broad Street School is part of Bridgeton City School District.
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