Serving 391 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Northeast Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Northeast Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Montclair school district, encompassing an area of approximately 6.2 square miles. Most families can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.1 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest point being 4.2 miles away.
- 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
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Northeast Elementary School's student population of 391 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
391 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
School Rankings
Northeast Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northeast Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#297 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
22%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
11%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
52%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.2%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #297 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Northeast Elementary School often compared to?
Northeast Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Watchung Elementary School, Bradford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Northeast Elementary School?
391 students attend Northeast Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Northeast Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northeast Elementary School?
Northeast Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Northeast Elementary School offer ?
Northeast Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northeast Elementary School part of?
Northeast Elementary School is part of Montclair Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Northeast Elementary School located?
Northeast Elementary School is located in the Upper Montclair neighborhood of Montclair, NJ. There are 2 other public schools located in Upper Montclair.
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