Serving 318 students in grades Kindergarten-8, South Seventeenth Street 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 4% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Seventeenth Street School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Seventeenth Street School's student population of 318 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Seventeenth Street 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 South Seventeenth Street School is 0.34, 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
#2080 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
19%
32%
Black
79%
15%
White
1%
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
83%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 South Seventeenth Street School's ranking?
South Seventeenth Street School is ranked #2080 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend South Seventeenth Street School?
318 students attend South Seventeenth Street School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of South Seventeenth Street School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Seventeenth Street School?
South Seventeenth Street School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Seventeenth Street School offer ?
South Seventeenth Street School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is South Seventeenth Street School part of?
South Seventeenth Street School is part of Newark Public School District.
School Reviews
2 8/10/2013
Principal once said it's only Newark so the teacher had all right to talk to student in a RUDE manner. My suggestion, teachers without passion and concern should always try to find jobs where they live.
A small amount of parents complains, and so it is to my understanding that if the situation only affects a small number of concern parents that it will not be looked into.
A lot needs to be addressed at this school. Some great administrators and teachers are still there. However, there are some that are disrespectful to students and parents. Yea I mean they need to find another profession.
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