Very Good
#845 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 34% in state
Based on limited data
Nishuane Elementary School
Elementary School · Montclair Public School District
32 CEDAR AVE, Montclair, NJ 07042
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NJ statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
412
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
412
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#845 of 2,466
In Montclair
#7 of 8
public schools
In district
#9 of 11
Montclair Public School District
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Nishuane Elementary School
Elementary School in Montclair · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Nishuane Elementary School
Nishuane Elementary School is a public elementary school in Montclair, NJ, part of Montclair Public School District. Nishuane Elementary School serves approximately 412 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Nishuane Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #845 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Nishuane Elementary School Compares
See how Nishuane 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
32 CEDAR AVE, Montclair, NJ 07042
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nishuane Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Washington Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby W. Orange), which scores notably higher. Another option is Charles H. Bullock School (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Cleveland Street Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Orange), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Montclair, see our Montclair schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PLAYHOUSE COOP SCHOOL West Orange | 0.6 mi | — |
| Charles H. Bullock School Montclair | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| SAWTELLE LEARNING CENTER Montclair | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Edison Middle School W. Orange | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| MOUNT CARMEL GUILD ACADEMY West Orange | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Glenfield Middle School Montclair | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Linden Avenue School Glen Ridge | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Washington Elementary School W. Orange | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| FUSION ACADEMY - MONTCLAIR Montclair | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Glen Ridge High School Glen Ridge | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Hillside Elementary School Montclair | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| West Orange Early Childhood Learning Center West Orange | 1.1 mi | — |
| Cleveland Street Elementary School Orange | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION HIGH SCHOOL Montclair | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Ridgewood Avenue School Glen Ridge | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. Academy East Orange | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Central School Glen Ridge | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Whitney E. Houston Academy East Orange | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Orange Early Childhood Center Orange | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Watsessing Elementary School Bloomfield | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,083
Median Home Value
$733,100
Median Rent
$2,017/mo
Population
27,173
College Educated
67.1%
Homeownership
50.3%
Avg Commute
33.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
38.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alfred Vail School Morris Plains, NJ | 7.1 |
| Battle Hill Elementary Union, NJ | 7.1 |
| Briarwood School Florham Park, NJ | 7.1 |
| Brookside Elementary School Westwood, NJ | 7.1 |
| Cedar Hill School Basking Ridge, NJ | 7.1 |
| Dionne Warwick Institute East Orange, NJ | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nishuane Elementary School
What grades does Nishuane Elementary School serve?
Nishuane Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Nishuane Elementary School?
Nishuane Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 412 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nishuane Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Nishuane Elementary School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Nishuane Elementary School rank in NJ?
Nishuane Elementary School ranks #845 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Nishuane Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Nishuane Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Nishuane Elementary School a charter school?
No, Nishuane Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Nishuane Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Nishuane Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nishuane Elementary School?
14.6% of students at Nishuane 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 412
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 14.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.6%
- Phone
- (973) 509-4222
Resources & Links
District
Montclair Public School District- District Enrollment
- 6,192
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,943
- District Rank
- #9 of 11
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