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Harriet Tubman Elementary School

Elementary School · Newark Public School District

504 S TENTH ST, Newark, NJ 07103

Enrollment

319

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,265 of 2,466

In Newark

#35 of 80

public schools

In district

#28 of 63

Newark Public School District

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Harriet Tubman Elementary School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Newark · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Harriet Tubman Elementary School

Harriet Tubman Elementary School is a public elementary school in Newark, NJ, part of Newark Public School District. Harriet Tubman Elementary School serves approximately 319 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Harriet Tubman Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,265 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Harriet Tubman Elementary School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-33.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.9 pts
Overall Proficiency21% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-0.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,680
Chronic Absenteeism12.9%

Harriet Tubman Elementary School — Students at Harriet Tubman Elementary School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

83.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 25.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 30.4% (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
77%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
19%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
19%
2022
Math
7%
ELA
18%
2024
Math
12.7%
ELA
27.5%
2025
Math
14.3%
ELA
28%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Harriet Tubman Elementary School Compares

See how Harriet Tubman Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
49th percentile in NJ
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
83%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.9%

Location

504 S TENTH ST, Newark, NJ 07103

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harriet Tubman Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Michelle Obama Elementary School (rated 9.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South 17th Street School (rated 7.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Newark, see our Newark schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Michelle Obama Elementary School Newark 0.3 mi 9.8
Camden Street Elementary School Newark 0.3 mi 6.3
Bard Early College High School Newark 0.4 mi 8.0
Grover Cleveland Elementary School Newark 0.4 mi 5.1
West Side High School Newark 0.5 mi 3.4
John F. Kennedy School Newark 0.5 mi 5.6
South 17th Street School Newark 0.4 mi 7.1
Avon Avenue School Newark 0.6 mi 6.8
Thirteenth Avenue School Newark 0.6 mi 5.8
LEAD Charter School Newark 0.5 mi 3.0
Central High School Newark 0.6 mi 4.2
Newark Vocational High School Newark 0.6 mi 4.5
Grove Street Elementary School Irvington 0.7 mi 5.7
New Horizons Community Charter School Newark 0.7 mi 6.2
Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School Newark 0.7 mi 8.7
Fourteenth Avenue School Newark 0.8 mi 4.1
University High School Newark 1.0 mi 8.3
ELYON LEARNING CENTER ACADEMY Newark 1.0 mi
American History High School Newark 0.9 mi 5.1
Belmont Runyon Elementary School Newark 1.2 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,397

Median Home Value

$259,300

Median Rent

$1,289/mo

Population

36,733

College Educated

20.6%

Homeownership

23.4%

Avg Commute

31.6 min

Poverty Rate

31.6%

Median Age

31.8

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Frederic A. Priff Elementary School Waretown, NJ 6.4
Hawthorne Avenue School Newark, NJ 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harriet Tubman Elementary School

What grades does Harriet Tubman Elementary School serve?

Harriet Tubman Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Harriet Tubman Elementary School?

Harriet Tubman Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 319 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harriet Tubman Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Harriet Tubman Elementary School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harriet Tubman Elementary School rank in NJ?

Harriet Tubman Elementary School ranks #1,265 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Harriet Tubman Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Harriet Tubman Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Harriet Tubman Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harriet Tubman Elementary School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Harriet Tubman Elementary School a charter school?

No, Harriet Tubman Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Harriet Tubman Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Harriet Tubman Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harriet Tubman Elementary School?

83.1% of students at Harriet Tubman 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
82 Very Walkable
Transit Score
61 Good Transit
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
319
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
83.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.9%

District

Newark Public School District
District Enrollment
42,791
Schools in District
64
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,680
District Rank
#28 of 63

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