Serving 1,147 students in grades 2-8, Terence C. Reilly School No 7 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-8
- Enrollment: 1,147 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Terence C. Reilly School No 7 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Terence C. Reilly School No 7's student population of 1,147 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,147 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
School Rankings
Terence C. Reilly School No 7 ranks within the top 20% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Terence C. Reilly School No 7 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
#320 out of 2201 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
73%
34%
Black
15%
15%
White
8%
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
57%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
6%
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 is Terence C. Reilly School No 7's ranking?
Terence C. Reilly School No 7 is ranked #320 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Terence C. Reilly School No 7 often compared to?
Terence C. Reilly School No 7is often viewed alongside schools like Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Terence C. Reilly School No 7?
1,147 students attend Terence C. Reilly School No 7.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Terence C. Reilly School No 7 students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Terence C. Reilly School No 7?
Terence C. Reilly School No 7 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Terence C. Reilly School No 7 offer ?
Terence C. Reilly School No 7 offers enrollment in grades 2-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Terence C. Reilly School No 7 part of?
Terence C. Reilly School No 7 is part of Elizabeth School District.
School Reviews
5 11/2/2018
Terence C. Reilly School 7 has benefited myself as an student in so many ways . I for one would rate this school within a 10/10 . This school is filled with successful students , thanks' to our teacher's and principal . I have learned so many thing's from this school that I now can carry on with me in the future .
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