Serving 599 students in grades Kindergarten-5, James J. Flynn Elementary 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 19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James J. Flynn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
James J. Flynn Elementary School's student population of 599 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
599 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
James J. Flynn Elementary 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 James J. Flynn Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#1729 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
92%
35%
Black
4%
14%
White
2%
37%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James J. Flynn Elementary School's ranking?
James J. Flynn Elementary School is ranked #1729 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend James J. Flynn Elementary School?
599 students attend James J. Flynn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of James J. Flynn Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James J. Flynn Elementary School?
James J. Flynn Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does James J. Flynn Elementary School offer ?
James J. Flynn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James J. Flynn Elementary School part of?
James J. Flynn Elementary School is part of Perth Amboy Public School District.
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