What grades does Central Elementary School serve?

Central Elementary School operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the GREAT MEADOWS area.

Where is Central Elementary School located?

Central Elementary School is a rural school in GREAT MEADOWS, NJ.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Central Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Central Elementary School is 13.1:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in GREAT MEADOWS, NJ?

Schools in GREAT MEADOWS include Central Elementary School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the GREAT MEADOWS area.

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Central Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|GREAT MEADOWS, New Jersey|Great Meadows Regional School District

GREAT MEADOWS, NJ 07838

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School Profile

Grades

PK–3

Enrollment

301

Student:Teacher

13.1:1

Locale

Rural

District

Great Meadows Regional School District

Econ. Disadvantaged

12.0%

Phone

(908)637-4041

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

35-39%

Math Proficiency

25-29%

Chronic Absenteeism

4.9%

SY 2019-20

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

273

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

0.60000002

Psychologists

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$22,201

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$13,231

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$36,607

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 6%State 24%Local 70%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$349,765

+2.8% 1yr+40.2% 5yr

Allentown, PA metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

12.3%

Below 150% poverty line

5.9%

Unemployment rate

5.0%

Uninsured residents

6.2%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

120

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

114

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

38%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Speech/Language Impairment

42 (37%)

Specific Learning Disability

39 (34%)

Other Health Impairment

18 (16%)

Autism

10 (9%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

349

Current enrollment

Growing(+20% 5yr)

Coming Up

Thu, Aug 20, 2026

GMMS Principal Meet and Greet/GMBOE Mission and Vision Statement Development

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Thu, Aug 20, 2026

GMMS Principal Meet and Greet/GMBOE Mission and Vision Statement Development

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Thu, Aug 20, 2026

GMMS Principal Meet and Greet/GMBOE Mission and Vision Statement Development

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Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Wed, Sep 23, 2026	Central Back to School Night (Grades K-3)	Event	—
Wed, Sep 23, 2026	Central Back to School Night (Grades K-3)	Event	—
Wed, Sep 23, 2026	Central Back to School Night (Grades K-3)	Event	—
Thu, Sep 24, 2026	Board of Education Meeting	Event	—
Thu, Sep 24, 2026	Board of Education Meeting	Event	—
Thu, Sep 24, 2026	Board of Education Meeting	Event	—
Tue, Sep 29, 2026	Central Back to School Night	Event	—
Tue, Sep 29, 2026	Central Back to School Night	Event	—
Tue, Sep 29, 2026	Central Back to School Night	Event	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	Board of Education Meeting	Event	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	Board of Education Meeting	Event	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	Board of Education Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Nov 9, 2026	Committee of the Whole	Event	—
Mon, Nov 9, 2026	Committee of the Whole	Event	—
Mon, Nov 9, 2026	Committee of the Whole	Event	—
Thu, Nov 19, 2026	Board of Education Meeting	Event	—
Thu, Nov 19, 2026	Board of Education Meeting	Event	—
Thu, Nov 19, 2026	Board of Education Meeting	Event	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	Board of Education Meeting	Event	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	Board of Education Meeting	Event	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	Board of Education Meeting	Event	—