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#1304 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Elementary School · Elizabeth Public Schools
505 -517 MORRIS AVENUE, Elizabeth, NJ 07208
Enrollment
894
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
894
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,304 of 2,466
In Elizabeth
#18 of 37
public schools
In district
#18 of 37
Elizabeth Public Schools
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Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Elementary School in Elizabeth · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27 is a public elementary school in Elizabeth, NJ, part of Elizabeth Public Schools. Dr.
Antonia Pantoja School No. 27 serves approximately 894 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,304 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27 show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27 — Students at Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27 score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 53 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: 6.7/10.
How Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27 Compares
See how Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
505 -517 MORRIS AVENUE, Elizabeth, NJ 07208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29 (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30 (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Joseph Battin School No 4 (rated 6.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Elizabeth, see our Elizabeth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,873
Median Home Value
$425,600
Median Rent
$1,364/mo
Population
32,404
College Educated
21.2%
Homeownership
27.5%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
13.4%
Median Age
38.4
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| Elmora School No. 12 Elizabeth, NJ | 6.3 |
| General Charles G. Harker School Woolwich Township, NJ | 6.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27
What grades does Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27 serve?
Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27?
Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27 has an enrollment of approximately 894 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27 is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27 rank in NJ?
Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27 ranks #1,304 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27 has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27 a charter school?
No, Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27 a Title I school?
No, Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27?
82.0% of students at Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 894
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.6%
- Phone
- (908) 436-3900
Resources & Links
District
Elizabeth Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 28,334
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,711
- District Rank
- #18 of 37
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