Serving 593 students in grades 3-7, Rosa Parks Community 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 18% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower 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.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-7
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: ROSA PARKS/CENTRAL COMMUNITY SCHOOL serves a central area in Orange, NJ, covering approximately 0.6 square miles. Most families in this attendance zone can expect a typical drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rosa Parks Community School's student population of 593 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
593 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rosa Parks Community 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 Rosa Parks Community School is 0.45, 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
#1816 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
68%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.1%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rosa Parks Community School's ranking?
Rosa Parks Community School is ranked #1816 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Rosa Parks Community School often compared to?
Rosa Parks Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Rosa Parks Community School?
593 students attend Rosa Parks Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Rosa Parks Community School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rosa Parks Community School?
Rosa Parks Community School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rosa Parks Community School offer ?
Rosa Parks Community School offers enrollment in grades 3-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rosa Parks Community School part of?
Rosa Parks Community School is part of Orange Board Of Education School District.
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