Serving 545 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dr. E. Alma Flagg 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 10% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). 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 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. E. Alma Flagg School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dr. E. Alma Flagg School's student population of 545 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
545 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Dr. E. Alma Flagg 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 Dr. E. Alma Flagg School is 0.35, 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
#2030 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
78%
34%
Black
20%
15%
White
1%
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
88%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Dr. E. Alma Flagg School's ranking?
Dr. E. Alma Flagg School is ranked #2030 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Dr. E. Alma Flagg School often compared to?
Dr. E. Alma Flagg Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Luis Munoz Marin Elementary School, Maria Varisco Rogers Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Dr. E. Alma Flagg School?
545 students attend Dr. E. Alma Flagg School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Dr. E. Alma Flagg School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. E. Alma Flagg School?
Dr. E. Alma Flagg School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dr. E. Alma Flagg School offer ?
Dr. E. Alma Flagg School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. E. Alma Flagg School part of?
Dr. E. Alma Flagg School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr. E. Alma Flagg School located?
Dr. E. Alma Flagg School is located in the Lower Roseville neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 3 other public schools located in Lower Roseville.
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