Serving 176 students in grades Kindergarten-8, East Newark Elementary 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Newark Public School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Harrison, NJ, encompassing an area of approximately 0.1 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking 5-10 minutes and the furthest edge being about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Newark Elementary School's student population of 176 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
176 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
East Newark Elementary 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 East Newark Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#1653 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
86%
35%
Black
1%
14%
White
12%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Newark Elementary School's ranking?
East Newark Elementary School is ranked #1653 out of 2,184 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend East Newark Elementary School?
176 students attend East Newark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of East Newark Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Newark Elementary School?
East Newark Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Newark Elementary School offer ?
East Newark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Newark Elementary School part of?
East Newark Elementary School is part of East Newark School District.
School Reviews
3 10/10/2025
This schools isn't as nice as it seems. This is considered "The safest public school in Hudson County" but even so it's still not that safe! No schools in Hudson County are that great!
4 10/10/2025
Pretty nice school but they are too strict.
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