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East End School
Elementary School · North Plainfield School District
170 Oneida Avenue, North Plainfield, NJ 07060
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,437 of 2,466
In North Plainfield
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
North Plainfield School District
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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East End School
Elementary School in North Plainfield · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About East End School
East End School is a public elementary school in North Plainfield, NJ, part of North Plainfield School District. East End School serves approximately 476 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. East End School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,437 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for East End School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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East End School — Students at East End School score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 36 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: 6.1/10.
How East End School Compares
See how East End School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
170 Oneida Avenue, North Plainfield, NJ 07060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East End School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bayberry School (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Watchung), which scores notably higher. Another option is Frederic W. Cook Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Plainfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Emerson Community School (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Plainfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in North Plainfield, see our North Plainfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,882
Median Home Value
$369,400
Median Rent
$1,629/mo
Population
47,560
College Educated
21.9%
Homeownership
37.9%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Median Age
33.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East End School
What grades does East End School serve?
East End School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend East End School?
East End School has an enrollment of approximately 476 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East End School?
The student-teacher ratio at East End School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East End School rank in NJ?
East End School ranks #1,437 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is East End School's MySchoolScout rating?
East End School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 East End School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East End School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is East End School a charter school?
No, East End School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East End School a Title I school?
No, East End School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East End School?
72.9% of students at East End 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 476
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Somerset County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.6%
- Phone
- (908) 769-6070
Resources & Links
District
North Plainfield School District- District Enrollment
- 3,701
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,211
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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