Serving 885 students in grades 1-8, Robert Fulton 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 31% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 885 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert Fulton Elementary School's student population of 885 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
885 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
Robert Fulton 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 Robert Fulton Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#1251 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
89%
34%
Black
1%
15%
White
8%
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
61%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Robert Fulton Elementary School's ranking?
Robert Fulton Elementary School is ranked #1251 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Robert Fulton Elementary School often compared to?
Robert Fulton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horace Mann Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Robert Fulton Elementary School?
885 students attend Robert Fulton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Robert Fulton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert Fulton Elementary School?
Robert Fulton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Robert Fulton Elementary School offer ?
Robert Fulton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert Fulton Elementary School part of?
Robert Fulton Elementary School is part of North Bergen School District.
School Reviews
1 3/12/2020
This is the worst possible school you can go to. The school system is corrupt, especially the assistant principal. He is the whole reason why the school is bad.
2 9/18/2014
I really don't like this school. I moved from here to Anna L. Klein and it is way better than here.
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