Serving 392 students in grades 5-8, Emma C Attales 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 34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emma C Attales ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Emma C Attales's student population of 392 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Emma C Attales 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 Emma C Attales is 0.69, 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
#1374 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
8%
11%
Hispanic
31%
35%
Black
13%
14%
White
44%
37%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emma C Attales's ranking?
Emma C Attales is ranked #1374 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Emma C Attales often compared to?
Emma C Attalesis often viewed alongside schools like Fernwood Avenue Middle School, Pleasantville Middle School, Uptown School Complex by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Emma C Attales?
392 students attend Emma C Attales.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Emma C Attales students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emma C Attales?
Emma C Attales has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Emma C Attales offer ?
Emma C Attales offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emma C Attales part of?
Emma C Attales is part of Absecon Public Schools.
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