Very Good
#835 of 2,463 schools in NJ
Top 34% in state
Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19
Elementary School · Passaic City School District
320 Highland Ave., Passaic, NJ 07055
Enrollment
638
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
638
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
1st – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Passaic
#9 of 18
public schools
New Jersey elementary schools
#508 of 1,496
In district
#9 of 18
Passaic City School District
School environment
8.5 / 10
Exceptional
About Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19
Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 is a public elementary school located in Passaic, New Jersey, within the suburban setting of Highland Avenue. Serving students from first through eighth grade, the school has an enrollment of 638 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12.8:1 with 50 full-time equivalent teachers.
The academic performance at Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School is currently rated as needing improvement, with a MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranking 1921st out of 2475 schools in New Jersey. The ELA/Reading proficiency rate stands at 27%, while Math proficiency is at 14%.
In Science, only 2% of students are proficient or above. Despite these challenges, the school remains committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment for its diverse student body. With room for academic growth, Daniel F.
Ryan Elementary School continues to focus on developing comprehensive educational programs that cater to the needs of each child. The school is situated in a large suburban area with access to various community resources. Daniel F.
Ryan Elementary School No. 19 is part of a larger suburban community where families and educators work together to support student development and learning.
Score Breakdown
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Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 — Students at Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 6%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2023-24)
Based on 19 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: 7.1/10.
How Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 Compares
See how Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 19% (2019) to 15% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 32% (2019) to 26% (2022).
Location
320 Highland Ave., Passaic, NJ 07055
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sonia Sotomayor School #21 (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sallie D. Gamble School No. 7 (rated 7.3/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, School #17 (rated 6.8/10, 0.2 miles away, in nearby Clifton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Passaic, see our Passaic schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sallie D. Gamble School No. 7 Passaic | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| School #17 Clifton | 0.2 mi | 6.8 |
| School #12 Clifton | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| ST NICHOLAS UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Passaic | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| NJEDDA HIGH SCHOOL Clifton | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| BRIGHT START ACADEMY Clifton | 0.5 mi | — |
| Hope Academy Passaic | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| William B. Cruise Memorial School No. 11 Passaic | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Sonia Sotomayor School #21 Passaic | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20 Passaic | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. School No. 6 Passaic | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Classical Academy Charter School of Clifton Clifton | 0.7 mi | 3.6 |
| RAINBOW MONTESSORI - CLIFTON Clifton | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Theodore Roosevelt School No. 10 Passaic | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| School #15 Clifton | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| NOBLE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Passaic | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Mahatma Gandhi School Number 25 Passaic | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Abraham Lincoln School Number 24 Passaic | 0.7 mi | — |
| Ellen Ochoa School Number 22 Passaic | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Passaic Academy for Science and Engineering Passaic | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07055 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,780
Median Home Value
$406,500
Median Rent
$1,392/mo
Population
69,651
College Educated
16.9%
Homeownership
23.5%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
23%
Median Age
30.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 has a median household income of $56,780. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $406,500, with a median rent of $1,392/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Blanquita B. Valenti Community School New Brunswick, NJ | 7.1 |
| Daniel Webster School Weehawken, NJ | 7.1 |
| Frank Defino Central Elementary School Marlboro, NJ | 7.1 |
| George Washington Academy School No. 1 Elizabeth, NJ | 7.1 |
| Land O'Pines Elementary School Howell, NJ | 7.1 |
| Lindenwold School Five Lindenwold, NJ | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19
What grades does Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 serve?
Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19?
Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 has an enrollment of approximately 638 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19?
The student-teacher ratio at Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 rank in NJ?
Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 is ranked #835 out of 2,463 schools in NJ.
What is Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19's MySchoolScout rating?
Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 has a composite rating of 7.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 has 14.4% math proficiency and 26.9% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 a charter school?
No, Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 a Title I school?
No, Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19?
99.4% of students at Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 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
- 88 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 53 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 49 Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,559/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 638
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Phone
- (973) 779-4219
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Passaic City School District- District Enrollment
- 12,366
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $33,289
- District Rank
- #9 of 18
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