Serving 1,236 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ann Street 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 31% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,236 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ann Street School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ann Street School's student population of 1,236 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
School Rankings
Ann Street School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ann Street School is 0.37, 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
#1218 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)31%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
76%
34%
Black
1%
15%
White
23%
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
63%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Ann Street School's ranking?
Ann Street School is ranked #1218 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Ann Street School often compared to?
Ann Street Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilson Avenue School, Oliver Street School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Ann Street School?
1,236 students attend Ann Street School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Ann Street School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ann Street School?
Ann Street School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ann Street School offer ?
Ann Street School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ann Street School part of?
Ann Street School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Ann Street School located?
Ann Street 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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