At a glance
Reported students
784
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
73.5
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
10.7:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
New Jersey elementary enrollment
96th percentile
Compared with 1,480 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
640
Broad Street School: 784 reported students.
State peer staffing position
41st percentile
10.7:1 reported; state peer median 11.2:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 890
- Teachers (FTE)
- 75.5
- Student–teacher ratio
- 11.8:1
What the reported data says about Broad Street School
Broad Street School is a public elementary school serving grades KG–08 in Bridgeton. It is one of 8 current school records connected to Bridgeton City School District. NCES reports 784 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,480 elementary schools in New Jersey with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 387 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 96th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 10.7:1, close to the New Jersey median of 11.2:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (89.5%) and Black (6.5%). English learners represent 47.3% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 13.3%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Broad Street School
- 1How do the reported 10.7:1 student–teacher ratio and 73.5 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 4 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 47.3%
- Students with disabilities
- 13.3%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 95%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 2
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White2.8%
- Hispanic89.5%
- Black6.5%
- Asian0.1%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial0.9%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Bridgeton City School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Quarter Mile Lane School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
693 reported students
Buckshutem Road School
Elementary · Grades KG–08
653 reported students
Indian Ave School
Elementary · Grades KG–08
627 reported students
West Avenue School
Elementary · Grades KG–08
528 reported students
Cherry Street School
Elementary · Grades KG–08
522 reported students
Geraldyn O Foster Early Childhood Center
Other · Grades PK–PK
316 reported students
Public schools near Broad Street School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Avenue School Elementary · Bridgeton City School District | KG–08 | 528 | 0.2 mi |
| Quarter Mile Lane School Elementary · Bridgeton City School District | PK–08 | 693 | 0.8 mi |
| Cherry Street School Elementary · Bridgeton City School District | KG–08 | 522 | 1.5 mi |
| Indian Ave School Elementary · Bridgeton City School District | KG–08 | 627 | 1.6 mi |
| Buckshutem Road School Elementary · Bridgeton City School District | KG–08 | 653 | 1.7 mi |
| Hopewell Crest Elementary · Hopewell Township School District | PK–08 | 524 | 1.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Broad Street School
What grades does Broad Street School serve?
Broad Street School reports grades KG–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Bridgeton City School District.
How many students attend Broad Street School?
Broad Street School reported 784 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 96th percentile among 1,480 New Jersey elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 890 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Broad Street School?
The calculated ratio is 10.7:1, based on 784 students and 73.5 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The New Jersey median for the same school level is 11.2:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Broad Street School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Broad Street School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Bridgeton City School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Broad Street School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
95% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Broad Street School in?
Broad Street School is part of Bridgeton City School District, based in Bridgeton, NJ, which operates 8 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Broad Street School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include West Avenue School (0.2 mi), Quarter Mile Lane School (0.8 mi), Cherry Street School (1.5 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.