Serving 167 students in grades Kindergarten-8, School 3 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 8% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (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.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: NUMBER 3 serves a central area in Paterson, NJ, covering approximately 0.2 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
School 3's student population of 167 students has declined by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
167 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
School Rankings
School 3 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 3 is 0.12, 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
#2087 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
94%
35%
Black
2%
14%
White
2%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)69.5%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
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 School 3's ranking?
School 3 is ranked #2087 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend School 3?
167 students attend School 3.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of School 3 students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of School 3?
School 3 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does School 3 offer ?
School 3 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is School 3 part of?
School 3 is part of Paterson Public School District.
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