Very Good
#568 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 23% in state
Belleville Ps7
Elementary School · Belleville Public School District
20 PASSAIC AVE, Belleville, NJ 07109
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#568 of 2,466
In Belleville
#4 of 10
public schools
In district
#4 of 10
Belleville Public School District
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Belleville Ps7
Elementary School in Belleville · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Belleville Ps7
Belleville Ps7 is a public elementary school in Belleville, NJ, part of Belleville Public School District. Belleville Ps7 serves approximately 427 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Belleville Ps7 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #568 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Belleville Ps7 show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Belleville Ps7 — Students at Belleville Ps7 score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 45 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.4/10.
How Belleville Ps7 Compares
See how Belleville Ps7 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
20 PASSAIC AVE, Belleville, NJ 07109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Belleville Ps7 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Belleville PS5 (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Belleville PS3 (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Park Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Newark), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Belleville, see our Belleville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Belleville High School Belleville | 0.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Belleville PS5 Belleville | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Belleville PS3 Belleville | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Belleville PS10 Belleville | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Belleville PS8 Belleville | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| HOLY FAMILY DAY NURSERY AND CONVENT Nutley | 0.9 mi | — |
| Lincoln School Nutley | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| SANDY LANE NURSERY SCHOOL Belleville | 0.9 mi | — |
| Belleville Middle School Belleville | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Nutley High School Nutley | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| ST PETER SCHOOL Belleville | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| John H. Walker Middle School Nutley | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Park Elementary School Newark | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| THE PHOENIX CENTER Nutley | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| The Early Childhood Center @ Forest Glen Bloomfield | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| 1ST CEREBRAL PALSY OF NJ Belleville | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Hornblower Early Edudcation Elementary Sch Belleville | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Washington School Nutley | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Radcliffe School Nutley | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Belleville PS9 Belleville | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
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 PS4 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 Ps7
What grades does Belleville Ps7 serve?
Belleville Ps7 serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Belleville Ps7?
Belleville Ps7 has an enrollment of approximately 427 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Belleville Ps7?
The student-teacher ratio at Belleville Ps7 is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Belleville Ps7 rank in NJ?
Belleville Ps7 ranks #568 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Belleville Ps7's MySchoolScout rating?
Belleville Ps7 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 Ps7?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Belleville Ps7 has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Belleville Ps7 a charter school?
No, Belleville Ps7 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Belleville Ps7 a Title I school?
No, Belleville Ps7 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Belleville Ps7?
54.3% of students at Belleville Ps7 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 427
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.7%
- Phone
- (973) 969-4338
Resources & Links
District
Belleville Public School District- District Enrollment
- 5,095
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,684
- District Rank
- #4 of 10
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