Serving 736 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, A Chester Redshaw 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 7% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 736 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
A Chester Redshaw School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
A Chester Redshaw School's student population of 736 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
736 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
A Chester Redshaw School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of A Chester Redshaw School is 0.11, 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
#2062 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
94%
34%
Black
5%
15%
White
1%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Chester Redshaw School's ranking?
A Chester Redshaw School is ranked #2062 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are A Chester Redshaw School often compared to?
A Chester Redshaw Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parker Elementary School, Academy Learning Center, Chittick Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend A Chester Redshaw School?
736 students attend A Chester Redshaw School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of A Chester Redshaw School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of A Chester Redshaw School?
A Chester Redshaw School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does A Chester Redshaw School offer ?
A Chester Redshaw School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is A Chester Redshaw School part of?
A Chester Redshaw School is part of New Brunswick School District.
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