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#936 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 38% in state
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Althea Gibson Academy
Elementary School · East Orange School District
490 WILLIAM STREET WILLIAM STREET, East Orange, NJ 07017
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 20 schools in East Orange. Learn more
Enrollment
131
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
131
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#936 of 2,466
In East Orange
#7 of 22
public schools
In district
#7 of 20
East Orange School District
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Althea Gibson Academy
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About Althea Gibson Academy
Althea Gibson Academy is a public elementary school in East Orange, NJ, part of East Orange School District. Althea Gibson Academy serves approximately 131 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Althea Gibson Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #936 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 131 students, Althea Gibson Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Althea Gibson Academy Compares
See how Althea Gibson Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
490 WILLIAM STREET WILLIAM STREET, East Orange, NJ 07017
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Althea Gibson Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Shelia Y. Oliver Academy (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, J. Garfield Jackson Sr. Academy (rated 7.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in East Orange, see our East Orange schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07017 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,552
Median Home Value
$316,700
Median Rent
$1,346/mo
Population
40,809
College Educated
21.8%
Homeownership
31.3%
Avg Commute
37.9 min
Poverty Rate
17.4%
Median Age
36.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Belleville PS10 Belleville, NJ | 6.9 |
| Downe Township Elementary School Newport, NJ | 6.9 |
| GOTTESMAN RTW ACADEMY Randolph, NJ | 6.9 |
| Roosevelt School Lodi, NJ | 6.9 |
| THE HEBREW ACADEMY Marlboro, NJ | 6.9 |
| TIMOTHY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Eastampton, NJ | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Althea Gibson Academy
What grades does Althea Gibson Academy serve?
Althea Gibson Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Althea Gibson Academy?
Althea Gibson Academy has an enrollment of approximately 131 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Althea Gibson Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Althea Gibson Academy is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Althea Gibson Academy rank in NJ?
Althea Gibson Academy ranks #936 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Althea Gibson Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Althea Gibson Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Althea Gibson Academy a charter school?
No, Althea Gibson Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Althea Gibson Academy a Title I school?
No, Althea Gibson Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Althea Gibson Academy?
61.8% of students at Althea Gibson Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 131
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.4%
- Phone
- (973) 266-7017
Resources & Links
District
East Orange School District- District Enrollment
- 9,337
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,491
- District Rank
- #7 of 20
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