Very Good
#630 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 26% in state
Iprep Academy School No 8
Elementary School · Elizabeth Public Schools
221-227 Court Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#630 of 2,466
In Elizabeth
#7 of 37
public schools
In district
#7 of 37
Elizabeth Public Schools
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Iprep Academy School No 8
Elementary School in Elizabeth · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Iprep Academy School No 8
Iprep Academy School No 8 is a public elementary school in Elizabeth, NJ, part of Elizabeth Public Schools. Iprep Academy School No 8 serves approximately 401 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Iprep Academy School No 8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #630 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Iprep Academy School No 8 show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Iprep Academy School No 8 — Students at Iprep Academy School No 8 score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 45 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: 7.6/10.
How Iprep Academy School No 8 Compares
See how Iprep Academy School No 8 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
221-227 Court Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Iprep Academy School No 8 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sonia Sotomayor School No 25 (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Winfield Scott School No. 2 (rated 6.7/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Christopher Columbus School No. 15 (rated 6.6/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Elizabeth, see our Elizabeth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,992
Median Home Value
$339,200
Median Rent
$1,543/mo
Population
31,120
College Educated
7.8%
Homeownership
27%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
18.5%
Median Age
31.9
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| Albio Sires Elementary School West New York, NJ | 7.5 |
| Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School New Milford, NJ | 7.5 |
| Bradford Elementary School Upper Montclair, NJ | 7.5 |
| Clinton Public School Clinton, NJ | 7.5 |
| Colonial Road School Franklin Lakes, NJ | 7.5 |
| Deerfield School Short Hills, NJ | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Iprep Academy School No 8
What grades does Iprep Academy School No 8 serve?
Iprep Academy School No 8 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Iprep Academy School No 8?
Iprep Academy School No 8 has an enrollment of approximately 401 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Iprep Academy School No 8?
The student-teacher ratio at Iprep Academy School No 8 is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Iprep Academy School No 8 rank in NJ?
Iprep Academy School No 8 ranks #630 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Iprep Academy School No 8's MySchoolScout rating?
Iprep Academy School No 8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Iprep Academy School No 8?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Iprep Academy School No 8 has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Iprep Academy School No 8 a charter school?
No, Iprep Academy School No 8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Iprep Academy School No 8 a Title I school?
No, Iprep Academy School No 8 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Iprep Academy School No 8?
89.0% of students at Iprep Academy School No 8 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 401
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.2%
- Phone
- (908) 275-6900
Resources & Links
District
Elizabeth Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 28,334
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,711
- District Rank
- #7 of 37
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