Serving 780 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Park 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 24% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 99% 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: 780 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Park Elementary School's student population of 780 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
780 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
School Mascot
Pride Of The Panthers
School Rankings
Park Elementary School 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 Park 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
#1496 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
81%
34%
Black
16%
15%
White
1%
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
70%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pride Of The Panthers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Elementary School's ranking?
Park Elementary School is ranked #1496 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Park Elementary School often compared to?
Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abington Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Park Elementary School?
780 students attend Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Park Elementary School?
Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Park Elementary School offer ?
Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Elementary School part of?
Park Elementary School is part of Newark ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School District.
In what neighborhood is Park Elementary School located?
Park Elementary School is located in the Forest Hill neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 5 other public schools located in Forest Hill.
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