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#567 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 23% in state

Belleville Ps4

Elementary School · Belleville Public School District

30 Magnolia Street, Belleville, NJ 07109

Enrollment

438

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#567 of 2,466

In Belleville

#3 of 10

public schools

In district

#3 of 10

Belleville Public School District

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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7.6/10

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About Belleville Ps4

Belleville Ps4 is a public elementary school in Belleville, NJ, part of Belleville Public School District. Belleville Ps4 serves approximately 438 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Belleville Ps4 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #567 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Belleville Ps4 show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.1
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+9.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-29.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+0.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,684
Chronic Absenteeism6.8%

Belleville Ps4 — Students at Belleville Ps4 score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 31.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 43.7% (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
67%
ELA
55%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
8%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
8%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
37%
2024
Math
11.6%
ELA
27.1%
2025
Math
18.2%
ELA
38.9%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Belleville Ps4 Compares

See how Belleville Ps4 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
77th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
6.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.8%

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

30 Magnolia Street, Belleville, NJ 07109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Belleville Ps4 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. First Avenue School (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Newark), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Abington Avenue School (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Newark), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Carteret Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Bloomfield), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Belleville, see our Belleville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
1ST CEREBRAL PALSY OF NJ Belleville 0.4 mi 5.9
Park Elementary School Newark 0.5 mi 7.4
SANDY LANE NURSERY SCHOOL Belleville 0.7 mi
Carteret Elementary School Bloomfield 0.6 mi 7.6
Abington Avenue School Newark 0.8 mi 7.7
Fairview Elementary School Bloomfield 0.9 mi 7.0
Berkeley Elementary School Bloomfield 0.7 mi 6.7
WESTBRIDGE ACADEMY Bloomfield 0.8 mi 6.4
Belleville PS10 Belleville 0.9 mi 6.9
Salome Urena Elementary School Newark 1.0 mi 5.2
Ridge Street School Newark 0.8 mi 7.6
First Avenue School Newark 1.0 mi 8.6
Newark School of Fashion & Design Newark 1.0 mi 4.3
Maria Varisco Rogers Charter School Newark 1.0 mi 6.9
Robert Treat Academy Charter School Newark 1.2 mi 7.2
Elliott Street Elementary School Newark 1.0 mi 7.6
Early Childhood School - North Newark 1.5 mi 5.6
Luis Munoz Marin Elementary School Newark 1.2 mi 5.6
ONE STEP AHEAD LEARNING CENTER East Orange 1.4 mi
Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School Newark 1.6 mi 5.9

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

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Belleville PS7 Belleville, NJ 7.6
Calvin Coolidge Elementary School Wyckoff, NJ 7.6
Carteret Elementary School Bloomfield, NJ 7.6
Cliffwood Elementary School Cliffwood, NJ 7.6
Commercial Township School Port Norris, NJ 7.6
Donald A. Quarles Early Childhood Center Englewood, NJ 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Belleville Ps4

What grades does Belleville Ps4 serve?

Belleville Ps4 serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Belleville Ps4?

Belleville Ps4 has an enrollment of approximately 438 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Belleville Ps4?

The student-teacher ratio at Belleville Ps4 is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Belleville Ps4 rank in NJ?

Belleville Ps4 ranks #567 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Belleville Ps4's MySchoolScout rating?

Belleville Ps4 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Ps4?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Belleville Ps4 has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Belleville Ps4 a charter school?

No, Belleville Ps4 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Belleville Ps4 a Title I school?

No, Belleville Ps4 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Belleville Ps4?

70.3% of students at Belleville Ps4 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
79 Very Walkable
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.8%

District

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

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