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#105 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 4% in state

Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26

Elementary School · Elizabeth Public Schools

1014 South Elmora Avenue, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Enrollment

723

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#105 of 2,466

In Elizabeth

#1 of 37

public schools

In district

#1 of 37

Elizabeth Public Schools

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26

8.7/10

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About Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26

Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 is a public elementary school in Elizabeth, NJ, part of Elizabeth Public Schools. Dr.

Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 serves approximately 723 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #105 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.4
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+10.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-7.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+14 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+23.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,711
Chronic Absenteeism13%

Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 — Students at Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 52.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 53 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
80%
ELA
59%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
65%
2020*
Math
14%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
31%
2022
Math
21%
ELA
40%
2024
Math
27.2%
ELA
43.2%
2025
Math
33.7%
ELA
57.9%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 Compares

See how Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
96th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
81%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
62 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.0%

Location

1014 South Elmora Avenue, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mabel G. Holmes School No. 5 (rated 6.7/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Winfield Scott School No. 2 (rated 6.7/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Woodrow Wilson School No. 19 (rated 6.6/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Elizabeth, see our Elizabeth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Frances C. Smith Early Childhood Center No 50 Elizabeth 0.0 mi 5.5
Woodrow Wilson School No. 19 Elizabeth 0.2 mi 6.6
Abraham Lincoln School No. 14 Elizabeth 0.5 mi 6.0
K. Johnson D. Vaughan and M. Jackson STEM Academy Elizabeth 0.6 mi 3.4
Mabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Elizabeth 0.7 mi 6.7
Thomas A. Edison Career and Technical Academy Elizabeth 0.8 mi 5.0
Number 4 Linden 0.8 mi 4.6
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy Elizabeth 1.0 mi 7.8
Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy Elizabeth 0.9 mi 4.8
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy Elizabeth 0.9 mi 4.0
JEWISH EDUCATIONAL CENTER LOWER SCHOOL Elizabeth 1.0 mi 4.5
Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy Elizabeth 1.0 mi 4.6
Elmora School No. 12 Elizabeth 1.2 mi 6.3
J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy Elizabeth 1.0 mi 5.6
Elizabeth High School - Frank J Cicarell Academy Elizabeth 1.1 mi 8.2
William F. Halloran School No.22 Elizabeth 1.1 mi 8.0
Winfield Scott School No. 2 Elizabeth 1.1 mi 6.7
Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27 Elizabeth 1.4 mi 6.3
Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 Elizabeth 1.2 mi 5.9
Christopher Columbus School No. 15 Elizabeth 1.2 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,071

Median Home Value

$358,000

Median Rent

$1,508/mo

Population

44,638

College Educated

12.6%

Homeownership

26.2%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

12.3%

Median Age

36.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26

What grades does Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 serve?

Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26?

Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 has an enrollment of approximately 723 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26?

The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 rank in NJ?

Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 ranks #105 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26's MySchoolScout rating?

Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 a charter school?

No, Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 a Title I school?

No, Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26?

80.9% of students at Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 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
84 Very Walkable
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
723
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
62
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Union County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.0%

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