Serving 277 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Roberto Clemente 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roberto Clemente ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Roberto Clemente's student population of 277 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
277 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Roberto Clemente 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 Roberto Clemente is 0.24, 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
#2059 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
86%
32%
Black
14%
15%
White
n/a
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
73%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
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 Roberto Clemente's ranking?
Roberto Clemente is ranked #2059 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Roberto Clemente?
277 students attend Roberto Clemente.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Roberto Clemente students are Hispanic, and 14% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roberto Clemente?
Roberto Clemente has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Roberto Clemente offer ?
Roberto Clemente offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Roberto Clemente part of?
Roberto Clemente is part of Paterson Public School District.
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