Serving 868 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Rose M. Lopez 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 25-29% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 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 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 868 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rose M. Lopez Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rose M. Lopez Elementary School's student population of 868 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
868 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Rose M. Lopez 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 Rose M. Lopez Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#1689 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
96%
34%
Black
3%
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
69%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rose M. Lopez Elementary School's ranking?
Rose M. Lopez Elementary School is ranked #1689 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Rose M. Lopez Elementary School?
868 students attend Rose M. Lopez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Rose M. Lopez Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rose M. Lopez Elementary School?
Rose M. Lopez Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rose M. Lopez Elementary School offer ?
Rose M. Lopez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rose M. Lopez Elementary School part of?
Rose M. Lopez Elementary School is part of Perth Amboy 51爆料 District.
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