Serving 443 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Berkeley Terrace 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 15-19% (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 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Berkeley Terrace Elementary School's student population of 443 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Berkeley Terrace 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 Berkeley Terrace Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#1839 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
41%
34%
Black
58%
14%
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
66%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Berkeley Terrace Elementary School's ranking?
Berkeley Terrace Elementary School is ranked #1839 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Berkeley Terrace Elementary School often compared to?
Berkeley Terrace Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like University Elementary School, Grove Street Elementary School, Burch Charter School Of Excellence by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% 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 Berkeley Terrace Elementary School?
443 students attend Berkeley Terrace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Berkeley Terrace Elementary School students are Black, 41% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berkeley Terrace Elementary School?
Berkeley Terrace Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Berkeley Terrace Elementary School offer ?
Berkeley Terrace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Berkeley Terrace Elementary School part of?
Berkeley Terrace Elementary School is part of Irvington Public School District.
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