Serving 546 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Casimir Pulaski School No. 8 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Casimir Pulaski School No. 8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Casimir Pulaski School No. 8's student population of 546 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Casimir Pulaski School No. 8 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 Casimir Pulaski School No. 8 is 0.11, 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
#2179 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
94%
32%
Black
5%
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
90%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
5%
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 Casimir Pulaski School No. 8's ranking?
Casimir Pulaski School No. 8 is ranked #2179 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Casimir Pulaski School No. 8 often compared to?
Casimir Pulaski School No. 8is often viewed alongside schools like Alexander Hamilton Academy, Charles J. Riley School 9 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Casimir Pulaski School No. 8?
546 students attend Casimir Pulaski School No. 8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Casimir Pulaski School No. 8 students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Casimir Pulaski School No. 8?
Casimir Pulaski School No. 8 has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Casimir Pulaski School No. 8 offer ?
Casimir Pulaski School No. 8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Casimir Pulaski School No. 8 part of?
Casimir Pulaski School No. 8 is part of Passaic City School District.
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