Serving 518 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Yantacaw School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yantacaw School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Yantacaw School's student population of 518 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1902
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
To challenge, inspire, and empower students to become creative, confident, passionate, self-directed citizens who actively and purposefully contribute in our global society.
School Mascot
Raiders
School Rankings
Yantacaw School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yantacaw School is 0.68, 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
#376 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
10%
Hispanic
23%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
46%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raiders
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yantacaw School's ranking?
Yantacaw School is ranked #376 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Yantacaw School often compared to?
Yantacaw Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Garden School, Radcliffe School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Yantacaw School?
518 students attend Yantacaw School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Yantacaw School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yantacaw School?
Yantacaw School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Yantacaw School offer ?
Yantacaw School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Yantacaw School part of?
Yantacaw School is part of Nutley Public School District.
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