Below Average
#2276 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Fourteenth Avenue School
Elementary School · Newark Public School District
26 Speedway Ave, Newark, NJ 07106
Enrollment
94
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
94
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,276 of 2,466
In Newark
#73 of 80
public schools
In district
#59 of 63
Newark Public School District
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Fourteenth Avenue School
Elementary School in Newark · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Fourteenth Avenue School
Fourteenth Avenue School is a public elementary school in Newark, NJ, part of Newark Public School District. Fourteenth Avenue School serves approximately 94 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Fourteenth Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,276 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Fourteenth Avenue School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 6.6
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 94 students, Fourteenth Avenue School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.9:1 students to teachers, Fourteenth Avenue School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Fourteenth Avenue School — Students at Fourteenth Avenue School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ EDFACTS (2015-16)
Based on 16 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.2/10.
How Fourteenth Avenue School Compares
See how Fourteenth Avenue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
26 Speedway Ave, Newark, NJ 07106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fourteenth Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Michelle Obama Elementary School (rated 9.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Speedway Avenue School (rated 7.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South 17th Street School (rated 7.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newark, see our Newark schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Speedway Avenue School Newark | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Grove Street Elementary School Irvington | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| South 17th Street School Newark | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| West Side High School Newark | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Dionne Warwick Institute East Orange | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| University Elementary School Irvington | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Pride Academy Charter School East Orange | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| University Middle School Irvington | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Langston Hughes Elementary School East Orange | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Ecole Toussaint Louverture East Orange | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| John F. Kennedy School Newark | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Benjamin Banneker Academy East Orange | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Berkeley Terrace Elementary School Irvington | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Harriet Tubman Elementary School Newark | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Michelle Obama Elementary School Newark | 0.8 mi | 9.8 |
| Thirteenth Avenue School Newark | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Orange | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Camden Street Elementary School Newark | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Madison Avenue Irvington | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Burch Charter School of Excellence Irvington | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,105
Median Home Value
$321,400
Median Rent
$1,221/mo
Population
35,999
College Educated
17.5%
Homeownership
34.6%
Avg Commute
39.7 min
Poverty Rate
21%
Median Age
35.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fourteenth Avenue School
What grades does Fourteenth Avenue School serve?
Fourteenth Avenue School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Fourteenth Avenue School?
Fourteenth Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 94 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fourteenth Avenue School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fourteenth Avenue School is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fourteenth Avenue School rank in NJ?
Fourteenth Avenue School ranks #2,276 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Fourteenth Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fourteenth Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Fourteenth Avenue School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fourteenth Avenue School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).
Is Fourteenth Avenue School a charter school?
No, Fourteenth Avenue School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fourteenth Avenue School a Title I school?
No, Fourteenth Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fourteenth Avenue School?
85.1% of students at Fourteenth Avenue 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
- 94
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.1%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (973) 733-6940
Resources & Links
District
Newark Public School District- District Enrollment
- 42,791
- Schools in District
- 64
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,680
- District Rank
- #59 of 63
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