Serving 539 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Sonia Sotomayor School #21 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 9% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 539 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sonia Sotomayor School #21 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sonia Sotomayor School #21's student population of 539 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
539 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Sonia Sotomayor School #21 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 Sonia Sotomayor School #21 is 0.10, 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
#2080 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
95%
34%
Black
4%
15%
White
n/a
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
99%
32%
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 Sonia Sotomayor School #21's ranking?
Sonia Sotomayor School #21 is ranked #2080 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Sonia Sotomayor School #21?
539 students attend Sonia Sotomayor School #21.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Sonia Sotomayor School #21 students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sonia Sotomayor School #21?
Sonia Sotomayor School #21 has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sonia Sotomayor School #21 offer ?
Sonia Sotomayor School #21 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sonia Sotomayor School #21 part of?
Sonia Sotomayor School #21 is part of Passaic City School District.
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