Serving 1,006 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Wilson 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 30% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,006 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilson Avenue School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Newark, NJ, encompassing approximately 25.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.4 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 5.1 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilson Avenue School's student population of 1,006 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,006 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wilson 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 Wilson Avenue 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1529 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
63%
35%
Black
2%
14%
White
35%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.7%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson Avenue School's ranking?
Wilson Avenue School is ranked #1529 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Wilson Avenue School often compared to?
Wilson Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ann Street School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Wilson Avenue School?
1,006 students attend Wilson Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Wilson Avenue School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilson Avenue School?
Wilson Avenue School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wilson Avenue School offer ?
Wilson Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilson Avenue School part of?
Wilson Avenue School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Wilson Avenue School located?
Wilson Avenue School is located in the North Ironbound neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 6 other public schools located in North Ironbound.
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