Serving 706 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Quitman Street 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 5% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Quitman Street School's student population of 706 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
706 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
School Motto
Ready, Respectful, and Responsible
School Rankings
Quitman Street 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 Quitman Street School is 0.55, 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
#2098 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
40%
35%
Black
54%
14%
White
2%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Quitman Street School's ranking?
Quitman Street School is ranked #2098 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Quitman Street School?
706 students attend Quitman Street School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Quitman Street School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Quitman Street School?
Quitman Street School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Quitman Street School offer ?
Quitman Street School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Quitman Street School part of?
Quitman Street School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Quitman Street School located?
Quitman Street School is located in the Springfield And Belmont neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 10 other public schools located in Springfield And Belmont.
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