Serving 633 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ross Street 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 18% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% 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: 633 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ross Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ross Street Elementary School's student population of 633 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
633 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Ross Street 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 Ross Street Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1923 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
11%
Hispanic
46%
35%
Black
17%
14%
White
21%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Woodbridge Township School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ross Street Elementary School's ranking?
Ross Street Elementary School is ranked #1923 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Ross Street Elementary School often compared to?
Ross Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mawbey Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Ross Street Elementary School?
633 students attend Ross Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Ross Street Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ross Street Elementary School?
Ross Street Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ross Street Elementary School offer ?
Ross Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ross Street Elementary School part of?
Ross Street Elementary School is part of Woodbridge Township School District.
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