Claremont Avenue Elementary School

Claremont Avenue Elementary School in Colonia, New Jersey is a public K-5 school with an enrollment of approximately 311 students; it serves students in Kindergarten through 5th grade. Approximately 52% of students tested were proficient in math and reading, which is just above or close to the state's average. Its diversity is manifest: approximately 59% enrolled students are from minority backgrounds. The student-teacher ratio is about 14:1, with at least roughly 23 full-time teachers on staff, including certified teachers and at least one counselor. This stability in staffing has remained steady over the past few years. Residential home values in the surrounding Colonia area are average from $600,000-$650,000. Claremont Avenue has adequate facilities, has community involvement and has some improvement in student-academic outcomes, placing the school into rankings for best schools in New Jersey for elementary school families who want diversity and academic expectations that are solid instead of rankings that are simply the best.

An anti-bullying specialist is available at the school, with a procedure for reporting incidents.

Q1: What distinction has Claremont Avenue Elementary achieved?

A: Claremont Avenue Elementary has earned the title of a National Blue Ribbon School for its academic performance.

Q2: How does Claremont Avenue Elementary foster kindness?

A: The school takes part in programs that promote positive behavior such as "Color Claremont With Kindness."

Q3: What is featured at Claremont Avenue Elementary?

A: Claremont Avenue Elementary offers classrooms and a playground for students to use.

Q4: How is Claremont Avenue Elementary in touch with parents?

A: Claremont Avenue Elementary is utilizing the Genesis Parent Portal to share real-time information about students.

Q5: What activities are available at Claremont Avenue Elementary?

A: Claremont Avenue Elementary is collaborating with the recreation department to offer activities for students.