Serving 1,081 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, First Avenue 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 21% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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.
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: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,081 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
First Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
First Avenue School's student population of 1,081 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,081 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
First Avenue 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 First Avenue School 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
#1459 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
87%
32%
Black
7%
15%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
2%
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
77%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is First Avenue School's ranking?
First Avenue School is ranked #1459 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are First Avenue School often compared to?
First Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abington Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend First Avenue School?
1,081 students attend First Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of First Avenue School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of First Avenue School?
First Avenue School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does First Avenue School offer ?
First Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is First Avenue School part of?
First Avenue School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is First Avenue School located?
First Avenue School is located in the Upper Roseville neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 3 other public schools located in Upper Roseville.
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