School Overview
Park Avenue Elementary School is a public school located in Orange, New Jersey, serving students from pre-kindergarten through seventh grade. As part of the Orange Public School District, the school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and community engagement. The curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body, integrating core subjects like mathematics, literacy, and science with enrichment opportunities aimed at preparing students for success in higher grades.

The school is deeply integrated into the local Orange community, often serving as a focal point for family involvement and neighborhood stability. With a focus on social-emotional learning alongside rigorous academics, Park Avenue Elementary strives to provide a supportive atmosphere where students feel safe, encouraged, and challenged. By prioritizing strong teacher-student relationships and utilizing modern educational resources, the school works to ensure that all students, regardless of their background, are equipped with the foundational skills necessary to thrive in an evolving educational landscape.
423
Total Students
33.5
Full-Time Teachers
12.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
65.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Park Avenue Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White1
Hispanic193
Black223
Two or More5
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    223 (52.7%)
  • Hispanic
    193 (45.6%)
  • Two or More
    5 (1.2%)
  • White
    1 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2%)
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: ORANGE BOARD OF EDUCATION School District
Phone: (973)677-4124
Website: http://www.orange.k12.nj.us/Domain/243
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 423
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 33.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 263
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 13
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 24
Kindergarten 47
Grade 1 50
Grade 2 50
Grade 3 52
Grade 4 49
Grade 5 44
Grade 6 53
Grade 7 54

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Park Avenue Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten24
Kindergarten47
Grade 150
Grade 250
Grade 352
Grade 449
Grade 544
Grade 653
Grade 754
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Park Avenue Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female19245.4%
Male23154.6%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)