Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School serves 225 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School's student population of 225 students has grown by 294% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
225 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School is 0.49, 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)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
26%
35%
Black
67%
14%
White
1%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School?
225 students attend Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School?
Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School offer ?
Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School part of?
Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School located?
Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School is located in the Springfield And Belmont neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 10 other public schools located in Springfield And Belmont.
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