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#926 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 38% in state

Belleville Ps10

Elementary School · Belleville Public School District

527 BELLEVILLE AVE, Belleville, NJ 07109

Enrollment

168

Student-Teacher

18.7:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#926 of 2,466

In Belleville

#5 of 10

public schools

In district

#5 of 10

Belleville Public School District

Equity

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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6.9/10

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About Belleville Ps10

Belleville Ps10 is a public elementary school in Belleville, NJ, part of Belleville Public School District. Belleville Ps10 serves approximately 168 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Belleville Ps10 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #926 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Belleville Ps10 show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 7.1
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 168 students, Belleville Ps10 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+3.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+5.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+20.3 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+19.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment1.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,684
Chronic Absenteeism11.3%

Belleville Ps10 — Students at Belleville Ps10 score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

50.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 57.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 66.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 45 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2024
Math
49.9%
ELA
61%
2025
Math
53.4%
ELA
64.2%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.

How Belleville Ps10 Compares

See how Belleville Ps10 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
63th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
9 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

527 BELLEVILLE AVE, Belleville, NJ 07109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Belleville Ps10 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Belleville PS5 (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Belleville PS3 (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Belleville PS7 (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Belleville, see our Belleville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
SANDY LANE NURSERY SCHOOL Belleville 0.2 mi
1ST CEREBRAL PALSY OF NJ Belleville 0.5 mi 5.9
Park Elementary School Newark 0.7 mi 7.4
Belleville PS7 Belleville 0.7 mi 7.6
Belleville PS8 Belleville 0.7 mi 6.1
Belleville High School Belleville 0.9 mi 4.2
Belleville PS4 Belleville 0.9 mi 7.6
Fairview Elementary School Bloomfield 0.8 mi 7.0
Ridge Street School Newark 1.0 mi 7.6
The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen Bloomfield 1.0 mi 3.7
Belleville PS3 Belleville 0.9 mi 7.7
ST PETER SCHOOL Belleville 1.0 mi 7.0
Belleville PS5 Belleville 1.0 mi 8.0
Elliott Street Elementary School Newark 1.3 mi 7.6
Belleville Middle School Belleville 1.0 mi 6.8
WESTBRIDGE ACADEMY Bloomfield 1.1 mi 6.4
Lincoln School Nutley 1.4 mi 5.4
Newark School of Fashion & Design Newark 1.4 mi 4.3
Maria Varisco Rogers Charter School Newark 1.4 mi 6.9
Franklin Elementary School Bloomfield 1.3 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,164

Median Home Value

$405,500

Median Rent

$1,596/mo

Population

37,785

College Educated

31.3%

Homeownership

56.4%

Avg Commute

32.1 min

Poverty Rate

10.3%

Median Age

41.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Belleville Ps10

What grades does Belleville Ps10 serve?

Belleville Ps10 serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Belleville Ps10?

Belleville Ps10 has an enrollment of approximately 168 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Belleville Ps10?

The student-teacher ratio at Belleville Ps10 is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Belleville Ps10 rank in NJ?

Belleville Ps10 ranks #926 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Belleville Ps10's MySchoolScout rating?

Belleville Ps10 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.

What are the test scores at Belleville Ps10?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Belleville Ps10 has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Belleville Ps10 a charter school?

No, Belleville Ps10 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Belleville Ps10 a Title I school?

No, Belleville Ps10 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Belleville Ps10?

50.6% of students at Belleville Ps10 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Free/Reduced Lunch
50.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

District

Belleville Public School District
District Enrollment
5,095
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,684
District Rank
#5 of 10

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