Needs Improvement
#2353 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Based on limited data
Dale Avenue
Elementary School · Paterson Public School District
21 Dale Ave, Paterson, NJ 07501
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 44 schools in Paterson. Learn more
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,353 of 2,466
In Paterson
#37 of 46
public schools
In district
#34 of 43
Paterson Public School District
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Dale Avenue
Elementary School in Paterson · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dale Avenue
Dale Avenue is a public elementary school in Paterson, NJ, part of Paterson Public School District. Dale Avenue serves approximately 246 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Dale Avenue has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,353 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Dale Avenue sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
42% of students at Dale Avenue were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Dale Avenue Compares
See how Dale Avenue performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
21 Dale Ave, Paterson, NJ 07501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dale Avenue may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Norman S. Weir (rated 8.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Philip's Academy Charter School of Paterson (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, School 28 (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Paterson, see our Paterson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Young Men's Academy Paterson | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Paterson P-TECH High School Paterson | 0.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Alexander Hamilton Academy Paterson | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Norman S. Weir Paterson | 0.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Newcomers High School Paterson | 0.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Alternative High School Paterson | 0.3 mi | 3.5 |
| School 3 Paterson | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Edward W. Kilpatrick Paterson | 0.4 mi | 2.5 |
| School 15 Paterson | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| COMPASSION HOUSE OUTREACH MNSTR & CHRSTAN EDUC CTR Paterson | 0.4 mi | — |
| School 2 Paterson | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Philip's Academy Charter School of Paterson Paterson | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Eastside High School Paterson | 0.5 mi | 2.5 |
| Senator Frank Lautenberg School Paterson | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Community Charter School of Paterson Paterson | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| College Achieve Paterson Charter School Tinton Falls | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Roberto Clemente Paterson | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| School 28 Paterson | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| School 8 Paterson | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| DAWN TREADER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Paterson | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,699
Median Home Value
$304,400
Median Rent
$1,442/mo
Population
35,321
College Educated
8.9%
Homeownership
16%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
27.7%
Median Age
31.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Jefferson (Annex) Elementary School Wallington, NJ | 3.7 |
| Lillian Drive School Hazlet, NJ | 3.7 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Rockaway, NJ | 3.7 |
| Polk Street School North Bergen, NJ | 3.7 |
| Whitehouse School Whitehouse Station, NJ | 3.7 |
| Stoy Elementary School Haddonfield, NJ | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dale Avenue
What grades does Dale Avenue serve?
Dale Avenue serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Dale Avenue?
Dale Avenue has an enrollment of approximately 246 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dale Avenue?
The student-teacher ratio at Dale Avenue is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dale Avenue rank in NJ?
Dale Avenue ranks #2,353 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Dale Avenue's MySchoolScout rating?
Dale Avenue has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Dale Avenue a charter school?
No, Dale Avenue is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dale Avenue a Title I school?
No, Dale Avenue is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dale Avenue?
74.4% of students at Dale Avenue 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 246
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.3%
- Phone
- (973) 321-0410
Resources & Links
District
Paterson Public School District- District Enrollment
- 24,692
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,885
- District Rank
- #34 of 43
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