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#1361 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Langston Hughes Elementary School
Elementary School · East Orange School District
160 Rhode Island Avenue, East Orange, NJ 07018
Enrollment
568
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
568
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,361 of 2,466
In East Orange
#12 of 22
public schools
In district
#12 of 20
East Orange School District
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Langston Hughes Elementary School
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About Langston Hughes Elementary School
Langston Hughes Elementary School is a public elementary school in East Orange, NJ, part of East Orange School District. Langston Hughes Elementary School serves approximately 568 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Langston Hughes Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,361 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Langston Hughes Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Langston Hughes Elementary School — Students at Langston Hughes Elementary School score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 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: 7.7/10.
How Langston Hughes Elementary School Compares
See how Langston Hughes Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
160 Rhode Island Avenue, East Orange, NJ 07018
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Langston Hughes Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. J. Garfield Jackson Sr. Academy (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Speedway Avenue School (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Newark), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dionne Warwick Institute (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in East Orange, see our East Orange schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07018 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,039
Median Home Value
$314,100
Median Rent
$1,410/mo
Population
28,261
College Educated
24.5%
Homeownership
22.3%
Avg Commute
32.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Median Age
38.4
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| Delran Intermediate School Delran, NJ | 6.2 |
| Endeavour Elementary School Jb Mdl, NJ | 6.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Langston Hughes Elementary School
What grades does Langston Hughes Elementary School serve?
Langston Hughes Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Langston Hughes Elementary School?
Langston Hughes Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 568 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Langston Hughes Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Langston Hughes Elementary School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Langston Hughes Elementary School rank in NJ?
Langston Hughes Elementary School ranks #1,361 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Langston Hughes Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Langston Hughes Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Langston Hughes Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Langston Hughes Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Langston Hughes Elementary School a charter school?
No, Langston Hughes Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Langston Hughes Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Langston Hughes Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Langston Hughes Elementary School?
64.1% of students at Langston Hughes 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 568
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.5%
- Phone
- (973) 266-5870
Resources & Links
District
East Orange School District- District Enrollment
- 9,337
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,491
- District Rank
- #12 of 20
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