Serving 343 students in grades Kindergarten-8, School 20 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 11% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: NUMBER 20 serves the east part of Paterson, NJ, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, and the furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 0.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
School 20's student population of 343 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
343 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
School 20 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 20 is 0.44, 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
#1976 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
69%
35%
Black
30%
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)38.5%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is School 20's ranking?
School 20 is ranked #1976 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend School 20?
343 students attend School 20.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of School 20 students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of School 20?
School 20 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does School 20 offer ?
School 20 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is School 20 part of?
School 20 is part of Paterson Public School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Very bad, would not recommend, doesn't deserve one star
5 10/10/2025
I recommend this school.
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