Serving 160 students in grades 3-11, Newcomers 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 3-11
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Math Proficiency: ≤1%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newcomers's student population of 160 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-11
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
160 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To prepare all Newcomers to transition into the American school system by creating a supportive, yet challenging, academic environment that will inspire higher learning, good citizenship, and cultural acceptance.
School Mascot
Lions
School Rankings
The diversity score of Newcomers is 0.00, 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)
(21-22)≤1%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
100%
34%
Black
n/a
14%
White
n/a
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Newcomers?
160 students attend Newcomers.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Newcomers students are Hispanic.
What grades does Newcomers offer ?
Newcomers offers enrollment in grades 3-11 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newcomers part of?
Newcomers is part of Paterson Public School District.
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