Serving 493 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Salome Urena 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 20-24% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 97% 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: 493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salome Urena Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Salome Urena Elementary School's student population of 493 students has grown by 72% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Salome Urena 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 Salome Urena Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#1791 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
4%
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
82%
34%
Black
9%
15%
White
3%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Salome Urena Elementary School's ranking?
Salome Urena Elementary School is ranked #1791 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Salome Urena Elementary School often compared to?
Salome Urena Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckinley Elementary School, Ridge Street School, Lafayette Street School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Salome Urena Elementary School?
493 students attend Salome Urena Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Salome Urena Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salome Urena Elementary School?
Salome Urena Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Salome Urena Elementary School offer ?
Salome Urena Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Salome Urena Elementary School part of?
Salome Urena Elementary School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Salome Urena Elementary School located?
Salome Urena Elementary School is located in the Upper Roseville neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 3 other public schools located in Upper Roseville.
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