Northeast Elementary School serves 331 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Northeast Elementary School placed in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northeast Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Northeast Elementary School's student population of 331 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
331 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Northeast Elementary School is ranked within the top 30% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Northeast Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#594 out of 2183 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
26%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%

Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%

Hispanic
17%
32%

Black
14%
15%

White
54%
40%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
3%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
30%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northeast Elementary School's ranking?
Northeast Elementary School is ranked #594 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Northeast Elementary School?
331 students attend Northeast Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Northeast Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northeast Elementary School?
Northeast Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Northeast Elementary School offer ?
Northeast Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Northeast Elementary School part of?
Northeast Elementary School is part of Montclair Public School District.
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