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#1410 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Belleville Ps9
Elementary School · Belleville Public School District
301 RALPH ST, Belleville, NJ 07109
Enrollment
148
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
148
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,410 of 2,466
In Belleville
#8 of 10
public schools
In district
#8 of 10
Belleville Public School District
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Belleville Ps9
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About Belleville Ps9
Belleville Ps9 is a public elementary school in Belleville, NJ, part of Belleville Public School District. Belleville Ps9 serves approximately 148 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Belleville Ps9 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,410 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Belleville Ps9 show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 148 students, Belleville Ps9 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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Belleville Ps9 — Students at Belleville Ps9 score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.4%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 6.4/10.
How Belleville Ps9 Compares
See how Belleville Ps9 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
301 RALPH ST, Belleville, NJ 07109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Belleville Ps9 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Belleville PS5 (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Belleville PS3 (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Belleville PS7 (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Belleville, see our Belleville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| George Washington Elementary School North Arlington | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Hornblower Early Edudcation Elementary Sch Belleville | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Belleville Middle School Belleville | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elementary School North Arlington | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Belleville PS3 Belleville | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Washington School Nutley | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Belleville PS5 Belleville | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| North Arlington High School North Arlington | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| THE PHOENIX CENTER Nutley | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| QUEEN OF PEACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Arlington | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Roosevelt School Lyndhurst | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Belleville PS8 Belleville | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| ST PETER SCHOOL Belleville | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Washington School Lyndhurst | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Susan B. Anthony Elementary School North Arlington | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Veterans Middle School North Arlington | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Belleville High School Belleville | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Franklin School Lyndhurst | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Belleville PS7 Belleville | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Lyndhurst High School Lyndhurst | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Belleville Ps9
What grades does Belleville Ps9 serve?
Belleville Ps9 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Belleville Ps9?
Belleville Ps9 has an enrollment of approximately 148 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Belleville Ps9?
The student-teacher ratio at Belleville Ps9 is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Belleville Ps9 rank in NJ?
Belleville Ps9 ranks #1,410 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Belleville Ps9's MySchoolScout rating?
Belleville Ps9 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Ps9?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Belleville Ps9 has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Belleville Ps9 a charter school?
No, Belleville Ps9 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Belleville Ps9 a Title I school?
No, Belleville Ps9 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Belleville Ps9?
76.4% of students at Belleville Ps9 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 148
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.9%
- Phone
- (973) 969-4337
Resources & Links
District
Belleville Public School District- District Enrollment
- 5,095
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,684
- District Rank
- #8 of 10
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