Serving 588 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Thirteenth Avenue 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 18% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thirteenth Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Thirteenth Avenue School's student population of 588 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
588 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Thirteenth Avenue 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 Thirteenth Avenue School is 0.47, 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
#2025 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
31%
34%
Black
66%
15%
White
n/a
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
64%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Thirteenth Avenue School's ranking?
Thirteenth Avenue School is ranked #2025 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Thirteenth Avenue School often compared to?
Thirteenth Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Avenue School, East Orange Community 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 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Thirteenth Avenue School?
588 students attend Thirteenth Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Thirteenth Avenue School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thirteenth Avenue School?
Thirteenth Avenue School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thirteenth Avenue School offer ?
Thirteenth Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thirteenth Avenue School part of?
Thirteenth Avenue School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Thirteenth Avenue School located?
Thirteenth Avenue School is located in the Fairmount neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 3 other public schools located in Fairmount.
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