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#540 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 22% in state

Cleveland Street Elementary School

Elementary School · ORANGE BOARD OF EDUCATION School District

355 CLEVELAND ST, Orange, NJ 07050

Enrollment

322

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 7th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#540 of 2,466

In Orange

#2 of 11

public schools

In district

#2 of 12

ORANGE BOARD OF EDUCATION School District

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Cleveland Street Elementary School

7.7/10

Elementary School in Orange · grades Pre-K – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Cleveland Street Elementary School

Cleveland Street Elementary School is a public elementary school in Orange, NJ, part of ORANGE BOARD OF EDUCATION School District. Cleveland Street Elementary School serves approximately 322 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Cleveland Street Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #540 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Cleveland Street Elementary School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.4
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+9.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-26.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.3 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,729
Chronic Absenteeism21.7%

Cleveland Street Elementary School — Students at Cleveland Street Elementary School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 28.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 33.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 49 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
72%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
18%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2024
Math
16.8%
ELA
26.2%
2025
Math
21.3%
ELA
40.6%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How Cleveland Street Elementary School Compares

See how Cleveland Street Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
78th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

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

355 CLEVELAND ST, Orange, NJ 07050

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cleveland Street Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Washington Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby W. Orange), which scores slightly higher. Another option is J. Garfield Jackson Sr. Academy (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby East Orange), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lincoln Avenue Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Orange, see our Orange schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Orange Early Childhood Center Orange 0.3 mi 5.5
Park Avenue Elementary School Orange 0.4 mi 4.8
Washington Elementary School W. Orange 0.5 mi 8.3
West Orange Early Childhood Learning Center West Orange 0.5 mi
East Orange Community Charter School East Orange 0.6 mi 5.9
PLAYHOUSE COOP SCHOOL West Orange 0.7 mi
Central Elementary School Orange 0.6 mi 5.1
Edison Middle School W. Orange 0.7 mi 8.2
Rosa Parks Community School Orange 0.7 mi 8.5
Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. Academy East Orange 0.7 mi 5.3
Whitney E. Houston Academy East Orange 0.8 mi 6.9
MOUNT CARMEL GUILD ACADEMY West Orange 1.0 mi 6.4
Oakwood Avenue Community School Orange 1.1 mi 6.5
J. Garfield Jackson Sr. Academy East Orange 1.0 mi 7.5
Nishuane Elementary School Montclair 1.2 mi 7.1
Lincoln Avenue Elementary School Orange 1.1 mi 7.5
Edward T. Bowser Sr. School of Excellence East Orange 1.1 mi 3.4
Althea Gibson Academy East Orange 1.2 mi 6.9
Wahlstrom Early Childhood Academy East Orange 1.0 mi 6.8
East Orange Campus High School East Orange 1.0 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07050 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,109

Median Home Value

$336,200

Median Rent

$1,427/mo

Population

33,856

College Educated

21.1%

Homeownership

23.7%

Avg Commute

30.9 min

Poverty Rate

21.1%

Median Age

35.1

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Connecticut Farms Elementary Union, NJ 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cleveland Street Elementary School

What grades does Cleveland Street Elementary School serve?

Cleveland Street Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.

How many students attend Cleveland Street Elementary School?

Cleveland Street Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 322 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cleveland Street Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cleveland Street Elementary School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cleveland Street Elementary School rank in NJ?

Cleveland Street Elementary School ranks #540 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Cleveland Street Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cleveland Street Elementary School 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 Cleveland Street Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cleveland Street Elementary School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Cleveland Street Elementary School a charter school?

No, Cleveland Street Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cleveland Street Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Cleveland Street Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cleveland Street Elementary School?

63.4% of students at Cleveland 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
78 Very Walkable
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

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