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#1319 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Camden Street Elementary School
Elementary School · Newark Public School District
281 CAMDEN ST, Newark, NJ 07103
Enrollment
581
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
581
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,319 of 2,466
In Newark
#37 of 80
public schools
In district
#30 of 63
Newark Public School District
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Camden Street Elementary School
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About Camden Street Elementary School
Camden Street Elementary School is a public elementary school in Newark, NJ, part of Newark Public School District. Camden Street Elementary School serves approximately 581 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Camden Street Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,319 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Camden Street Elementary School show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Camden Street Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Camden Street Elementary School — Students at Camden Street Elementary School score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 53 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: 6.9/10.
How Camden Street Elementary School Compares
See how Camden Street Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
281 CAMDEN ST, Newark, NJ 07103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Camden Street Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Michelle Obama Elementary School (rated 9.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South 17th Street School (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Newark, see our Newark schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bard Early College High School Newark | 0.1 mi | 8.0 |
| LEAD Charter School Newark | 0.2 mi | 3.0 |
| Grover Cleveland Elementary School Newark | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Michelle Obama Elementary School Newark | 0.3 mi | 9.8 |
| Harriet Tubman Elementary School Newark | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Newark Vocational High School Newark | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| New Horizons Community Charter School Newark | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Central High School Newark | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School Newark | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Thirteenth Avenue School Newark | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| John F. Kennedy School Newark | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| West Side High School Newark | 0.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Avon Avenue School Newark | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| ST VINCENT ACADEMY Newark | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| American History High School Newark | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Science Park High School Newark | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Quitman Street School Newark | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Louise A. Spencer Elementary School Newark | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| ELYON LEARNING CENTER ACADEMY Newark | 0.9 mi | — |
| South 17th Street School Newark | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,397
Median Home Value
$259,300
Median Rent
$1,289/mo
Population
36,733
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
23.4%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
31.6%
Median Age
31.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A A Anastasia Elementary School Long Branch, NJ | 6.3 |
| Central School Haddonfield, NJ | 6.3 |
| Elmora School No. 12 Elizabeth, NJ | 6.3 |
| Fernbrook School Randolph, NJ | 6.3 |
| General Charles G. Harker School Woolwich Township, NJ | 6.3 |
| Hawthorne Park Elementary School Willingboro, NJ | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Camden Street Elementary School
What grades does Camden Street Elementary School serve?
Camden Street Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Camden Street Elementary School?
Camden Street Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 581 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Camden Street Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Camden Street Elementary School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Camden Street Elementary School rank in NJ?
Camden Street Elementary School ranks #1,319 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Camden Street Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Camden Street Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Camden Street Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Camden Street Elementary School has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Camden Street Elementary School a charter school?
No, Camden Street Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Camden Street Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Camden Street Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Camden Street Elementary School?
81.4% of students at Camden Street Elementary School 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 581
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 1.9%
- Phone
- (973) 733-6994
Resources & Links
District
Newark Public School District- District Enrollment
- 42,791
- Schools in District
- 64
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,680
- District Rank
- #30 of 63
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