Serving 753 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Colin Powell 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 10% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colin Powell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Colin Powell Elementary School's student population of 753 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
753 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Colin Powell Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colin Powell Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1785 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
95%
32%
Black
2%
15%
White
2%
40%
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
67%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colin Powell Elementary School's ranking?
Colin Powell Elementary School is ranked #1785 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Colin Powell Elementary School often compared to?
Colin Powell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hudson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Colin Powell Elementary School?
753 students attend Colin Powell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Colin Powell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colin Powell Elementary School?
Colin Powell Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Colin Powell Elementary School offer ?
Colin Powell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Colin Powell Elementary School part of?
Colin Powell Elementary School is part of Union City School District.
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