Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center serves 316 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center's student population of 316 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
316 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center is 0.39, 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
12:1
11:1
Hispanic
75%
35%
Black
22%
14%
White
1%
37%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center?
316 students attend Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% 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 12:1, 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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