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#226 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 9% in state

Hudson Elementary School

Elementary School · Union City School District

167 19TH ST, Union City, NJ 07087

Enrollment

300

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#226 of 2,466

In Union City

#5 of 14

public schools

In district

#5 of 14

Union City School District

Equity

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Hudson Elementary School

8.4/10

Elementary School in Union City · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.9/10

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7.7/10

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About Hudson Elementary School

Hudson Elementary School is a public elementary school in Union City, NJ, part of Union City School District. Hudson Elementary School serves approximately 300 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Hudson Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #226 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Hudson Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change+6.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+7.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.4 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+31.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,362
Chronic Absenteeism23%

Hudson Elementary School — Students at Hudson Elementary School score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 49.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 48.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 24 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
92%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
59%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2024
Math
46.7%
ELA
50%
2025
Math
55.2%
ELA
55.3%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Hudson Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
91th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
6.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
78%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.0%

Location

167 19TH ST, Union City, NJ 07087

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hudson Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Joseph F Brandt Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Hoboken), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Eugenio Maria de Hostos Center for Early Childhood Education (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Thomas A Edison Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Union City, see our Union City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Emerson Middle School Union City 0.2 mi 6.9
Colin Powell Elementary School Union City 0.2 mi 7.7
MIFTAAHUL ULOOM ACADEMY Union City 0.3 mi 8.1
Daniel Webster School Weehawken 0.5 mi 6.7
Elysian Charter School of Hoboken Hoboken 0.5 mi 8.0
ST FRANCIS ACADEMY Union City 0.4 mi 6.5
Jose Marti STEM Academy Union City 0.5 mi 8.7
Veterans' Memorial Elementary School Union City 0.5 mi 6.6
HOBOKEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hoboken 0.6 mi
Robert Waters Elementary School Union City 0.7 mi 7.3
Union City High School Union City 0.7 mi 4.5
Sara M. Gilmore Academy Union City 0.6 mi 8.4
Wallace Elementary School Hoboken 0.7 mi 8.1
Eugenio Maria de Hostos Center for Early Childhood Education Union City 0.7 mi 8.5
Jefferson Elementary School Union City 0.7 mi 8.1
Thomas A Edison Elementary School Union City 0.7 mi 8.5
John F Kennedy Elementary School N. Bergen 0.7 mi 5.2
Union Hill Middle School Union City 0.9 mi 6.7
APPLE MONTESSORI OF HOBOKEN Hoboken 0.9 mi
Joseph F Brandt Elementary School Hoboken 1.0 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07087 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,369

Median Home Value

$446,800

Median Rent

$1,489/mo

Population

66,375

College Educated

28.4%

Homeownership

20.4%

Avg Commute

32.9 min

Poverty Rate

21.3%

Median Age

37.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hudson Elementary School

What grades does Hudson Elementary School serve?

Hudson Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Hudson Elementary School?

Hudson Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 300 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hudson Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hudson Elementary School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hudson Elementary School rank in NJ?

Hudson Elementary School ranks #226 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Hudson Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hudson Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Hudson Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hudson Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hudson Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Hudson Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

77.7% of students at Hudson 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
93 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
89 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
77.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hudson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.0%

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