Serving 968 students in grades 6-8, Joseph A. Taub 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 15% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 968 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph A. Taub School's student population of 968 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
968 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Joseph A. Taub 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 Joseph A. Taub School is 0.58, 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
#1687 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
26%
10%
Hispanic
59%
34%
Black
11%
15%
White
4%
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
50%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
4%
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 Joseph A. Taub School's ranking?
Joseph A. Taub School is ranked #1687 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Joseph A. Taub School?
968 students attend Joseph A. Taub School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Joseph A. Taub School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph A. Taub School?
Joseph A. Taub School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Joseph A. Taub School offer ?
Joseph A. Taub School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph A. Taub School part of?
Joseph A. Taub School is part of Paterson Public School District.
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