Serving 854 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, East Ward 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 5% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 854 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Ward Elementary School's student population of 854 students has grown by 122% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 63% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
854 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
East Ward 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 Ward Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#2105 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
62%
35%
Black
5%
14%
White
32%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.9%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
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 Ward Elementary School's ranking?
East Ward Elementary School is ranked #2105 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend East Ward Elementary School?
854 students attend East Ward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of East Ward Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Ward Elementary School?
East Ward Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Ward Elementary School offer ?
East Ward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Ward Elementary School part of?
East Ward Elementary School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is East Ward Elementary School located?
East Ward Elementary 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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