Serving 764 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Nicholas S. Lacorte-peterstown School No. 3 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% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 764 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nicholas S. Lacorte-peterstown School No. 3 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Nicholas S. Lacorte-peterstown School No. 3's student population of 764 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
764 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 23, 2026
School Mascot
Lions
School Rankings
Nicholas S. Lacorte-peterstown School No. 3 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nicholas S. Lacorte-peterstown School No. 3 is 0.22, 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
#1806 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
88%
34%
Black
7%
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
78%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nicholas S. Lacorte-peterstown School No. 3's ranking?
Nicholas S. Lacorte-peterstown School No. 3 is ranked #1806 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Nicholas S. Lacorte-peterstown School No. 3 often compared to?
Nicholas S. Lacorte-peterstown School No. 3is often viewed alongside schools like Mabel G. Holmes School No. 5, Iprep Academy School No 8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Nicholas S. Lacorte-peterstown School No. 3?
764 students attend Nicholas S. Lacorte-peterstown School No. 3.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Nicholas S. Lacorte-peterstown School No. 3 students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nicholas S. Lacorte-peterstown School No. 3?
Nicholas S. Lacorte-peterstown School No. 3 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Nicholas S. Lacorte-peterstown School No. 3 offer ?
Nicholas S. Lacorte-peterstown School No. 3 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nicholas S. Lacorte-peterstown School No. 3 part of?
Nicholas S. Lacorte-peterstown School No. 3 is part of Elizabeth School District.
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