Serving 1,294 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ann 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 31% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,294 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ann Street School's student population of 1,294 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,294 students
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ann Street School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ann Street School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1293 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
73%
35%
Black
1%
14%
White
26%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.6%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ann Street School's ranking?
Ann Street School is ranked #1293 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Ann Street School often compared to?
Ann Street Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilson Avenue School, Oliver Street School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Ann Street School?
1,294 students attend Ann Street School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Ann Street School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ann Street School?
Ann Street School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ann Street School offer ?
Ann Street School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ann Street School part of?
Ann Street School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Ann Street School located?
Ann Street School is located in the North Ironbound neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 6 other public schools located in North Ironbound.
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