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#507 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 21% in state

Belleville Ps3

Elementary School · Belleville Public School District

230 JORALEMON ST, Belleville, NJ 07109

Enrollment

354

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#507 of 2,466

In Belleville

#2 of 10

public schools

In district

#2 of 10

Belleville Public School District

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Belleville Ps3

7.7/10

Elementary School in Belleville · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.1/10

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6.8/10

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About Belleville Ps3

Belleville Ps3 is a public elementary school in Belleville, NJ, part of Belleville Public School District. Belleville Ps3 serves approximately 354 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Belleville Ps3 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #507 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Belleville Ps3 show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.1
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.61 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-10 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.7 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+12.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,684
Chronic Absenteeism11.3%

Belleville Ps3 — Students at Belleville Ps3 score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 47.7% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
76%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
30.3%
ELA
51%
2025
Math
37.9%
ELA
52.6%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Belleville Ps3 Compares

See how Belleville Ps3 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
80th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
6.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
62%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
28 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

230 JORALEMON ST, Belleville, NJ 07109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Belleville Ps3 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Belleville PS5 (rated 8.0/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Belleville PS7 (rated 7.6/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ridge Street School (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Newark), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Belleville, see our Belleville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Belleville PS8 Belleville 0.4 mi 6.1
Belleville Middle School Belleville 0.4 mi 6.8
Belleville PS5 Belleville 0.5 mi 8.0
ST PETER SCHOOL Belleville 0.7 mi 7.0
Belleville PS7 Belleville 0.6 mi 7.6
Hornblower Early Edudcation Elementary Sch Belleville 0.6 mi 5.3
Belleville High School Belleville 0.7 mi 4.2
Belleville PS9 Belleville 0.7 mi 6.1
Belleville PS10 Belleville 0.9 mi 6.9
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School North Arlington 1.0 mi 6.0
THE PHOENIX CENTER Nutley 1.2 mi 7.3
Park Elementary School Newark 1.1 mi 7.4
Washington School Nutley 1.2 mi 6.0
Ridge Street School Newark 1.2 mi 7.6
SANDY LANE NURSERY SCHOOL Belleville 1.0 mi
Elliott Street Elementary School Newark 1.3 mi 7.6
HOLY FAMILY DAY NURSERY AND CONVENT Nutley 1.4 mi
George Washington Elementary School North Arlington 1.1 mi 5.7
Nutley High School Nutley 1.5 mi 5.6
Roosevelt Elementary School Kearny 1.4 mi 6.9

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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Charles H. Bullock School Montclair, NJ 7.7
Cleveland Street Elementary School Orange, NJ 7.7
Connecticut Farms Elementary Union, NJ 7.7
Conover Road Primary School Colts Neck, NJ 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Belleville Ps3

What grades does Belleville Ps3 serve?

Belleville Ps3 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Belleville Ps3?

Belleville Ps3 has an enrollment of approximately 354 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Belleville Ps3?

The student-teacher ratio at Belleville Ps3 is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Belleville Ps3 rank in NJ?

Belleville Ps3 ranks #507 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Belleville Ps3's MySchoolScout rating?

Belleville Ps3 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Ps3?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Belleville Ps3 has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Belleville Ps3 a charter school?

No, Belleville Ps3 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Belleville Ps3 a Title I school?

No, Belleville Ps3 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Belleville Ps3?

62.4% of students at Belleville Ps3 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
76 Very Walkable
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.4%
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
#2 of 10

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