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#1795 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center No 51
School · Elizabeth Public Schools
544 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, Elizabeth, NJ 07207
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 34 schools in Elizabeth. Learn more
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,795 of 2,466
In Elizabeth
#29 of 37
public schools
In district
#29 of 37
Elizabeth Public Schools
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center No 51
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About Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center No 51
Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center No 51 is a public school in Elizabeth, NJ, part of Elizabeth Public Schools. Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center No 51 serves approximately 304 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center No 51 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,795 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- NJ avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.3%
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 Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center No 51 Compares
See how Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center No 51 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
544 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, Elizabeth, NJ 07207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center No 51 may also want to explore other schools in the area. Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29 (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hillside Innovation Academy (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Hillside), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Elizabeth High School - Frank J Cicarell Academy (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elizabeth, see our Elizabeth schools guide .
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Common questions about Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center No 51
What grades does Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center No 51 serve?
Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center No 51 serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center No 51?
Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center No 51 has an enrollment of approximately 304 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center No 51?
The student-teacher ratio at Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center No 51 is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center No 51 rank in NJ?
Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center No 51 ranks #1,795 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center No 51's MySchoolScout rating?
Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center No 51 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center No 51 a charter school?
No, Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center No 51 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center No 51 a Title I school?
No, Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center No 51 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center No 51?
77.3% of students at Donald Stewart Early Childhood Center No 51 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 304
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Phone
- (908) 436-6410
Resources & Links
District
Elizabeth Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 28,334
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,711
- District Rank
- #29 of 37
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