Serving 245 students in grades 3-5, Mildred Barry Garvin 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 30% (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: 3-5
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary serves a central area in East Orange, NJ, covering approximately 0.3 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 0.3 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 0.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary School's student population of 245 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
We can learn anything together.
School Rankings
Mildred Barry Garvin 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 Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#1860 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
24%
35%
Black
73%
14%
White
n/a
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary School's ranking?
Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary School is ranked #1860 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary School?
245 students attend Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary School?
Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary School offer ?
Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary School part of?
Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary School is part of East Orange School District.
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