Serving 835 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Louise A. Spencer Elementary 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 12% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower 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 98% 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: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 835 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Louise A. Spencer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Louise A. Spencer Elementary School's student population of 835 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
835 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
Louise A. Spencer Elementary 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 Louise A. Spencer Elementary 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
#1969 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
63%
34%
Black
34%
15%
White
2%
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
71%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Louise A. Spencer Elementary School's ranking?
Louise A. Spencer Elementary School is ranked #1969 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Louise A. Spencer Elementary School often compared to?
Louise A. Spencer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Luis Munoz Marin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Louise A. Spencer Elementary School?
835 students attend Louise A. Spencer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Louise A. Spencer Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Louise A. Spencer Elementary School?
Louise A. Spencer Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Louise A. Spencer Elementary School offer ?
Louise A. Spencer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Louise A. Spencer Elementary School part of?
Louise A. Spencer Elementary School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Louise A. Spencer Elementary School located?
Louise A. Spencer Elementary School is located in the Springfield And Belmont neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 10 other public schools located in Springfield And Belmont.
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