Serving 652 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Prospect Park School No. 1 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 11% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 652 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prospect Park School No. 1's student population of 652 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
652 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 16, 2026
School Rankings
Prospect Park School No. 1 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 Prospect Park School No. 1 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
#2020 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
72%
34%
Black
13%
15%
White
7%
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
34%
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 Prospect Park School No. 1's ranking?
Prospect Park School No. 1 is ranked #2020 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Prospect Park School No. 1 often compared to?
Prospect Park School No. 1is often viewed alongside schools like Haledon ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Prospect Park School No. 1?
652 students attend Prospect Park School No. 1.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Prospect Park School No. 1 students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prospect Park School No. 1?
Prospect Park School No. 1 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Prospect Park School No. 1 offer ?
Prospect Park School No. 1 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prospect Park School No. 1 part of?
Prospect Park School No. 1 is part of Prospect Park ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School District.
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