Very Good
#551 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 22% in state
Colin Powell Elementary School
Elementary School · Union City School District
1500 New York Avenue, Union City, NJ 07087
Enrollment
702
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
702
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#551 of 2,466
In Union City
#7 of 14
public schools
In district
#7 of 14
Union City School District
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Colin Powell Elementary School
Colin Powell Elementary School is a public elementary school in Union City, NJ, part of Union City School District. Colin Powell Elementary School serves approximately 702 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Colin Powell Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #551 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Colin Powell Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Colin Powell Elementary School — Students at Colin Powell Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 35 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: 7.9/10.
How Colin Powell Elementary School Compares
See how Colin Powell Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1500 New York Avenue, Union City, NJ 07087
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Colin Powell Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Joseph F Brandt Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Hoboken), which scores notably higher. Another option is Eugenio Maria de Hostos Center for Early Childhood Education (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Thomas A Edison Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Union City, see our Union City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07087 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,369
Median Home Value
$446,800
Median Rent
$1,489/mo
Population
66,375
College Educated
28.4%
Homeownership
20.4%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
21.3%
Median Age
37.8
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|---|---|
| Abington Avenue School Newark, NJ | 7.7 |
| Arthur M. Judd North Brunswick, NJ | 7.7 |
| Charles H. Bullock School Montclair, NJ | 7.7 |
| Connecticut Farms Elementary Union, NJ | 7.7 |
| Hamilton Primary School Bridgewater, NJ | 7.7 |
| Hillside Avenue School Cranford, NJ | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Colin Powell Elementary School
What grades does Colin Powell Elementary School serve?
Colin Powell Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Colin Powell Elementary School?
Colin Powell Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 702 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Colin Powell Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Colin Powell Elementary School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Colin Powell Elementary School rank in NJ?
Colin Powell Elementary School ranks #551 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Colin Powell Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Colin Powell 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 Colin Powell Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Colin Powell Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).
Is Colin Powell Elementary School a charter school?
No, Colin Powell Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Colin Powell Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Colin Powell Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Colin Powell Elementary School?
81.5% of students at Colin Powell 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 702
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hudson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.7%
- Phone
- (201) 351-5165
Resources & Links
District
Union City School District- District Enrollment
- 12,797
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,362
- District Rank
- #7 of 14
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