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#1561 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School
Elementary School · Newark Public School District
291 N 7TH ST, Newark, NJ 07107
Enrollment
737
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
737
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,561 of 2,466
In Newark
#46 of 80
public schools
In district
#36 of 63
Newark Public School District
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School
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About Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School
Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School is a public elementary school in Newark, NJ, part of Newark Public School District.
Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School serves approximately 737 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio.
Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,561 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School — Students at Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 54 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: 7.0/10.
How Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School Compares
See how Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
291 N 7TH ST, Newark, NJ 07107
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. First Avenue School (rated 8.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby East Orange), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Abington Avenue School (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newark, see our Newark schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. E. Alma Flagg School Newark | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| ONE STEP AHEAD LEARNING CENTER East Orange | 0.4 mi | — |
| Barringer High School Newark | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| First Avenue School Newark | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Roseville Community Charter School Newark | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Salome Urena Elementary School Newark | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Sussex Avenue School Newark | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Early Childhood School - North Newark | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School of Technology Newark | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Abington Avenue School Newark | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Franklin Elementary School Newark | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| McKinley Elementary School Newark | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Philip's Academy Charter School Newark | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Gordon Parks Academy East Orange | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Marion P. Thomas Charter School Newark | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary East Orange | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Newark | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Shelia Y. Oliver Academy East Orange | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Robert Treat Academy Charter School Newark | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Roberto Clemente Elementary School Newark | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,892
Median Home Value
$353,300
Median Rent
$1,259/mo
Population
42,132
College Educated
12.5%
Homeownership
32.7%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
22.8%
Median Age
36.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Berkeley Terrace Elementary School Irvington, NJ | 5.9 |
| Cedar Grove Elementary School Toms River, NJ | 5.9 |
| Cedarbrook Elementary School Plainfield, NJ | 5.9 |
| Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 Passaic, NJ | 5.9 |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School Parlin, NJ | 5.9 |
| Howard Yocum Elementary Maple Shade, NJ | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School
What grades does Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School serve?
Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School?
Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 737 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School rank in NJ?
Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School ranks #1,561 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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. William H. Horton Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School a charter school?
No, Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School?
86.4% of students at Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School 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
- 737
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.0%
- Phone
- (973) 268-5260
Resources & Links
District
Newark Public School District- District Enrollment
- 42,791
- Schools in District
- 64
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,680
- District Rank
- #36 of 63
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