Average
#1179 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 48% in state
Ecole Toussaint Louverture
Elementary School · East Orange School District
330 CENTRAL AVE, East Orange, NJ 07018
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,179 of 2,466
In East Orange
#11 of 22
public schools
In district
#11 of 20
East Orange School District
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Ecole Toussaint Louverture
Elementary School in East Orange · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ecole Toussaint Louverture
Ecole Toussaint Louverture is a public elementary school in East Orange, NJ, part of East Orange School District. Ecole Toussaint Louverture serves approximately 262 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ecole Toussaint Louverture has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,179 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Ecole Toussaint Louverture show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Ecole Toussaint Louverture 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.
41% of students at Ecole Toussaint Louverture were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Ecole Toussaint Louverture — Students at Ecole Toussaint Louverture score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 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: 9.4/10.
How Ecole Toussaint Louverture Compares
See how Ecole Toussaint Louverture 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
330 CENTRAL AVE, East Orange, NJ 07018
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ecole Toussaint Louverture may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is J. Garfield Jackson Sr. Academy (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Speedway Avenue School (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Newark), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in East Orange, see our East Orange schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07018 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,039
Median Home Value
$314,100
Median Rent
$1,410/mo
Population
28,261
College Educated
24.5%
Homeownership
22.3%
Avg Commute
32.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Median Age
38.4
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| Barclay Brook School Monroe Twp, NJ | 6.5 |
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| Brayton Elementary School Summit, NJ | 6.5 |
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| Franklin D Roosevelt School Edison, NJ | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ecole Toussaint Louverture
What grades does Ecole Toussaint Louverture serve?
Ecole Toussaint Louverture serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ecole Toussaint Louverture?
Ecole Toussaint Louverture has an enrollment of approximately 262 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ecole Toussaint Louverture?
The student-teacher ratio at Ecole Toussaint Louverture is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ecole Toussaint Louverture rank in NJ?
Ecole Toussaint Louverture ranks #1,179 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Ecole Toussaint Louverture's MySchoolScout rating?
Ecole Toussaint Louverture has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Ecole Toussaint Louverture?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ecole Toussaint Louverture has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Ecole Toussaint Louverture a charter school?
No, Ecole Toussaint Louverture is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ecole Toussaint Louverture a Title I school?
No, Ecole Toussaint Louverture is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ecole Toussaint Louverture?
60.3% of students at Ecole Toussaint Louverture 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 262
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.5%
- Phone
- (973) 266-5940
Resources & Links
District
East Orange School District- District Enrollment
- 9,337
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,491
- District Rank
- #11 of 20
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