Serving 499 students in grades Kindergarten-8, School 13 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 9% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: NUMBER 13 serves a central area in Paterson, NJ, covering approximately 0.2 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone about 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
School 13's student population of 499 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
499 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
School 13 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 School 13 is 0.33, 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
#2126 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
80%
35%
Black
19%
14%
White
n/a
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.3%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is School 13's ranking?
School 13 is ranked #2126 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend School 13?
499 students attend School 13.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of School 13 students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of School 13?
School 13 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does School 13 offer ?
School 13 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is School 13 part of?
School 13 is part of Paterson Public School District.
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![School 13 - It all can wait | I.A.C.W [English Subtitles]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/W2bFDQcsKDE/0.jpg "I found this cartoon on Newgrounds and YouTube, but on YouTube without English subtitles. And I decided, why not publish it with English subtitles. This flash animation is cool, especially for 2008. Reminds me of when I don't want to do homework, but sit on the computer and play video games xD
Link to animation on Newgrounds:https://www.newgrounds.com/portal/view/431169")
