Serving 483 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Madison Avenue 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Madison Avenue's student population of 483 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Mascot
Blue Knights
School Rankings
Madison Avenue 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 Madison Avenue is 0.48, 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
#1963 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
37%
34%
Black
62%
15%
White
n/a
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
56%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blue Knights
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madison Avenue's ranking?
Madison Avenue is ranked #1963 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Madison Avenue?
483 students attend Madison Avenue.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Madison Avenue students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madison Avenue?
Madison Avenue has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Madison Avenue offer ?
Madison Avenue offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Madison Avenue part of?
Madison Avenue is part of Irvington 51±¬ÁÏ District.
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