Gregory Elementary School

301 Gregory Ave
West Orange, NJ 07052
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 478 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gregory Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 478 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 64%
  • : Top 20% in NJ
  • : 69% (Top 20%)
  • : 67% (Top 30%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Gregory Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:

School Overview

Gregory Elementary School's student population of 478 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers

School Rankings

Gregory Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gregory Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NJ)
#322 out of 2201 schools
(Top 20%)
69%
36%
67%
49%
45-49%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
26%
34%
Black
25%
15%
White
36%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.74
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gregory Elementary School's ranking?
Gregory Elementary School is ranked #322 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Gregory Elementary School often compared to?
Gregory Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hazel Avenue Elementary School, St. Cloud Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Gregory Elementary School?
478 students attend Gregory Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Gregory Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gregory Elementary School?
Gregory Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gregory Elementary School offer ?
Gregory Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gregory Elementary School part of?
Gregory Elementary School is part of West Orange School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 478 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 64%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 69% (Top 20%)
  • : 67% (Top 30%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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