Ironbound Academy Elementary School serves 325 students in grades Kindergarten-6.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ironbound Academy Elementary School's student population of 325 students has grown by 71% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
325 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ironbound Academy Elementary School is 0.24, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
11:1
Hispanic
87%
35%
Black
4%
14%
White
8%
37%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.6%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
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
How many students attend Ironbound Academy Elementary School?
325 students attend Ironbound Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Ironbound Academy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ironbound Academy Elementary School?
Ironbound Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ironbound Academy Elementary School offer ?
Ironbound Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Ironbound Academy Elementary School part of?
Ironbound Academy Elementary School is part of Newark Public School District.
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