Serving 525 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Speedway Avenue School 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 7% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Speedway Avenue School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Newark, NJ school district, covering approximately 25.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 6.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Speedway Avenue School's student population of 525 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
525 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Soaring to Success!
School Rankings
Speedway Avenue School 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 Speedway Avenue School is 0.34, 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
#2090 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
19%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
79%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Burgundy and Gray
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Speedway Avenue School's ranking?
Speedway Avenue School is ranked #2090 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Speedway Avenue School?
525 students attend Speedway Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Speedway Avenue School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Speedway Avenue School?
Speedway Avenue School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Speedway Avenue School offer ?
Speedway Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Speedway Avenue School part of?
Speedway Avenue School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Speedway Avenue School located?
Speedway Avenue School is located in the Lower Vailsburg neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in Lower Vailsburg.
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