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Nicholas Oresko Community School

Elementary School · Bayonne School District

33 East 24th Street, Bayonne, NJ 07002

Enrollment

384

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

4.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,292 of 2,466

In Bayonne

#11 of 13

public schools

In district

#11 of 13

Bayonne School District

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Nicholas Oresko Community School

4.0/10

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

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About Nicholas Oresko Community School

Nicholas Oresko Community School is a public elementary school in Bayonne, NJ, part of Bayonne School District. Nicholas Oresko Community School serves approximately 384 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Nicholas Oresko Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,292 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Nicholas Oresko Community School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.0 pts below district
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-6.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.6 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment3.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,698
Chronic Absenteeism18%

Nicholas Oresko Community School — Students at Nicholas Oresko Community School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 57.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 68.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 54 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
89%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
79%
ELA
80%
2016
Math
73%
ELA
86%
2017
Math
75%
ELA
89%
2018
Math
73%
ELA
81%
2019
Math
73%
ELA
81%
2020*
Math
45%
ELA
64%
2021*
Math
45%
ELA
64%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
75%
2024
Math
46.2%
ELA
55.6%
2025
Math
32.5%
ELA
55.5%

* 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: 2.7/10.

How Nicholas Oresko Community School Compares

See how Nicholas Oresko Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.0/10
7th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

33 East 24th Street, Bayonne, NJ 07002

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Nicholas Oresko Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John M. Bailey Community School (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln Community School #5 (rated 7.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Philip G. Vroom Community School (rated 7.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bayonne, see our Bayonne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Philip G. Vroom Community School Bayonne 0.2 mi 7.2
BEACON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bayonne 0.2 mi 7.4
Lincoln Community School #5 Bayonne 0.3 mi 7.6
Walter F. Robinson Community School Bayonne 0.6 mi 3.7
William Shemin Midtown Community School #8 Bayonne 0.5 mi 7.1
YESHIVA GEDOLAH OF BAYONNE Bayonne 0.6 mi 6.4
Bayonne High School Bayonne 0.7 mi 5.2
Bayonne Alternative High School Bayonne 0.7 mi 5.1
Horace Mann Community School Bayonne 0.9 mi 5.2
John M. Bailey Community School Bayonne 0.9 mi 7.8
Mary J Donohoe Community School Bayonne 1.0 mi 5.8
Henry E. Harris Community School Bayonne 1.2 mi 4.0
Washington Community School #9 Bayonne 1.4 mi 6.8
CHILDRENS HARBOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Staten Island 1.5 mi
PS 18 JOHN G WHITTIER Staten Island 1.9 mi 3.6
Woodrow Wilson Community School Bayonne 1.8 mi 6.9
ST PETERS BOYS HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island 1.9 mi 4.9
PS 373 Staten Island 1.9 mi 5.3
PS 20 PORT RICHMOND Staten Island 2.1 mi 2.6
Ezra L. Nolan School Jersey City 2.1 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,285

Median Home Value

$446,100

Median Rent

$1,593/mo

Population

70,468

College Educated

39.7%

Homeownership

37.4%

Avg Commute

34.1 min

Poverty Rate

14.4%

Median Age

38.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Nicholas Oresko Community School

What grades does Nicholas Oresko Community School serve?

Nicholas Oresko Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Nicholas Oresko Community School?

Nicholas Oresko Community School has an enrollment of approximately 384 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Nicholas Oresko Community School?

The student-teacher ratio at Nicholas Oresko Community School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Nicholas Oresko Community School rank in NJ?

Nicholas Oresko Community School ranks #2,292 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Nicholas Oresko Community School's MySchoolScout rating?

Nicholas Oresko Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Nicholas Oresko Community School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Nicholas Oresko Community School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Nicholas Oresko Community School a charter school?

No, Nicholas Oresko Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Nicholas Oresko Community School a Title I school?

No, Nicholas Oresko Community School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nicholas Oresko Community School?

54.7% of students at Nicholas Oresko Community 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
87 Very Walkable
Transit Score
64 Good Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hudson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.0%

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