Serving 397 students in grades Kindergarten-8, School No. 5 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Math Proficiency: 8%
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
School No. 5's student population of 397 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of School No. 5 is 0.06, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)8%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
97%
34%
Black
3%
14%
White
n/a
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are School No. 5 often compared to?
School No. 5is often viewed alongside schools like Charles J. Riley/ School 9 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend School No. 5?
397 students attend School No. 5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of School No. 5 students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of School No. 5?
School No. 5 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does School No. 5 offer ?
School No. 5 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is School No. 5 part of?
School No. 5 is part of Passaic City School District.
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