Serving 665 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Victor Mravlag School No. 21 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher 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.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 665 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Victor Mravlag School No. 21 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Victor Mravlag School No. 21's student population of 665 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
665 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Victor Mravlag School No. 21 ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Victor Mravlag School No. 21 is 0.46, 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
#791 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
71%
34%
Black
8%
15%
White
19%
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
37%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Victor Mravlag School No. 21's ranking?
Victor Mravlag School No. 21 is ranked #791 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Victor Mravlag School No. 21 often compared to?
Victor Mravlag School No. 21is often viewed alongside schools like Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Victor Mravlag School No. 21?
665 students attend Victor Mravlag School No. 21.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Victor Mravlag School No. 21 students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Victor Mravlag School No. 21?
Victor Mravlag School No. 21 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Victor Mravlag School No. 21 offer ?
Victor Mravlag School No. 21 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Victor Mravlag School No. 21 part of?
Victor Mravlag School No. 21 is part of Elizabeth School District.
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