Serving 488 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ivy Hill 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 14% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower 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.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ivy Hill Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Newark, NJ school district, encompassing approximately 25.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone is around 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ivy Hill Elementary School's student population of 488 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
488 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ivy Hill 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 Ivy Hill Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#1935 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
14%
35%
Black
83%
14%
White
n/a
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.4%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ivy Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Ivy Hill Elementary School is ranked #1935 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Ivy Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Ivy Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Washington Carver Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Ivy Hill Elementary School?
488 students attend Ivy Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Ivy Hill Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ivy Hill Elementary School?
Ivy Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ivy Hill Elementary School offer ?
Ivy Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ivy Hill Elementary School part of?
Ivy Hill Elementary School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Ivy Hill Elementary School located?
Ivy Hill Elementary School is located in the Upper Vailsburg neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 2 other public schools located in Upper Vailsburg.
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