School Overview
Canfield Avenue School, located in Mine Hill, New Jersey, serves as the primary elementary school for the local community, typically catering to students from preschool through sixth grade. The school is known for fostering a close-knit educational environment that emphasizes foundational learning, character development, and community engagement. As part of the Mine Hill School District, the institution focuses on providing a comprehensive curriculum that balances core academics—such as mathematics, language arts, and science—with enrichment programs designed to support the diverse needs of its student body.

Beyond its academic offerings, Canfield Avenue School places a strong emphasis on creating a supportive atmosphere where students feel encouraged to explore their interests and build social skills. The school community often highlights its commitment to active parent involvement and collaborative partnerships between teachers and families. By maintaining smaller class sizes and a focused administrative approach, the school strives to prepare its students for a successful transition to secondary education while instilling the values of citizenship and lifelong learning.
382
Total Students
36.0
Full-Time Teachers
10.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
43.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Canfield Avenue School
Demographic Student Count
White94
Hispanic232
Black22
Asian14
Two or More18
American Indian2
  • Hispanic
    232 (60.7%)
  • White
    94 (24.6%)
  • Black
    22 (5.8%)
  • Two or More
    18 (4.7%)
  • Asian
    14 (3.7%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.5%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Mine Hill Township School District
Phone: (973)366-0590
Website: http://www.minehillcas.org/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 6th
Total Students: 382
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 36.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.6
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: 124
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 41
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 38
Kindergarten 57
Grade 1 48
Grade 2 47
Grade 3 55
Grade 4 47
Grade 5 39
Grade 6 51

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Canfield Avenue School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten38
Kindergarten57
Grade 148
Grade 247
Grade 355
Grade 447
Grade 539
Grade 651
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Canfield Avenue School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female18648.7%
Male19651.3%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)