Excellent
#342 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 14% in state
Ivy Hill Elementary School
Elementary School · Newark Public School District
107 IVY STREET, Newark, NJ 07106
Enrollment
467
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
467
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#342 of 2,466
In Newark
#8 of 80
public schools
In district
#8 of 63
Newark Public School District
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Ivy Hill Elementary School
Ivy Hill Elementary School is a public elementary school in Newark, NJ, part of Newark Public School District. Ivy Hill Elementary School serves approximately 467 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ivy Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #342 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Ivy Hill Elementary School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.6
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Ivy Hill Elementary School — Students at Ivy Hill Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 53 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.3/10.
How Ivy Hill Elementary School Compares
See how Ivy Hill Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
107 IVY STREET, Newark, NJ 07106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ivy Hill Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OUR LADY OF SORROWS SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby South Orange), with a very similar rating. Another option is Marshall Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby S. Orange), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Clinton Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Maplewood), a more accessible option. For more schools in Newark, see our Newark schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood 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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| Cedar Hill School Towaco, NJ | 8.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ivy Hill Elementary School
What grades does Ivy Hill Elementary School serve?
Ivy Hill Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Ivy Hill Elementary School?
Ivy Hill Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 467 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ivy Hill Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ivy Hill Elementary School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ivy Hill Elementary School rank in NJ?
Ivy Hill Elementary School ranks #342 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Ivy Hill Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ivy Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Ivy Hill Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ivy Hill Elementary School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Ivy Hill Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ivy Hill Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ivy Hill Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ivy Hill Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ivy Hill Elementary School?
72.4% of students at Ivy Hill 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 467
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 1.5%
- Phone
- (973) 351-2121
Resources & Links
District
Newark Public School District- District Enrollment
- 42,791
- Schools in District
- 64
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,680
- District Rank
- #8 of 63
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