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Below Average

#2054 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Number 6

Elementary School · Linden Public School District

19 East Morris Ave., Linden, NJ 07036

Enrollment

329

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,054 of 2,466

In Linden

#9 of 11

public schools

In district

#9 of 11

Linden Public School District

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Number 6

4.9/10

Elementary School in Linden · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Joseph E. Soehl Middle School

6.3/10

0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Number 8

5.7/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Number 6

Number 6 is a public elementary school in Linden, NJ, part of Linden Public School District. Number 6 serves approximately 329 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Number 6 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,054 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Number 6 show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Number 6 sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-21.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.6 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-9.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment3.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,382
Chronic Absenteeism28.6%

Number 6 — Students at Number 6 score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

52.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 38.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 41.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 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
77%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
20.4%
ELA
36.7%
2025
Math
26.3%
ELA
32.3%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Number 6 Compares

See how Number 6 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
17th percentile in NJ
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.6%

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

19 East Morris Ave., Linden, NJ 07036

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Number 6 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 (rated 8.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Elizabeth), which scores notably higher. Another option is Number 9 (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dr. Charles C. Polk School (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Roselle), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Linden, see our Linden schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Joseph E. Soehl Middle School Linden 0.6 mi 6.3
Number 8 Linden 0.5 mi 5.7
Number 5 Linden 0.8 mi 3.1
Number 1 Linden 0.7 mi 6.2
Number 2 Linden 0.8 mi 6.6
Dr. Charles C. Polk School Roselle 1.2 mi 7.4
Linden High School Linden 1.0 mi 5.7
Number 4 Linden 1.3 mi 4.6
Grace Wilday Junior High School Roselle 1.3 mi 7.0
Number 9 Linden 1.3 mi 7.5
Abraham Clark High School Roselle 1.7 mi 2.9
Leonard V Moore Middle School Roselle 1.7 mi 5.2
Myles J. McManus MIddle School Linden 1.5 mi 5.6
ECYC, INC. EDUCATION WITH CARE FOR YOUNG CHILDREN Rahway 1.7 mi
Harrison Elementary School Roselle 2.0 mi 6.9
ST JOSEPH THE CARPENTER SCHOOL Roselle 2.0 mi 6.5
Kindergarten Success Academy Roselle 2.0 mi 4.6
Grover Cleveland Elementary School Rahway 2.0 mi 7.3
Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 Elizabeth 2.0 mi 8.7
Frances C. Smith Early Childhood Center No 50 Elizabeth 2.0 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07036 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,942

Median Home Value

$385,100

Median Rent

$1,622/mo

Population

45,101

College Educated

23.2%

Homeownership

59.5%

Avg Commute

31.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

40

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Number 6

What grades does Number 6 serve?

Number 6 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Number 6?

Number 6 has an enrollment of approximately 329 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Number 6?

The student-teacher ratio at Number 6 is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Number 6 rank in NJ?

Number 6 ranks #2,054 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Number 6's MySchoolScout rating?

Number 6 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Number 6?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Number 6 has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Number 6 a charter school?

No, Number 6 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Number 6 a Title I school?

No, Number 6 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Number 6?

52.6% of students at Number 6 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
83 Very Walkable
Transit Score
56 Good Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
329
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
52.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Union County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.6%

District

Linden Public School District
District Enrollment
6,461
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,382
District Rank
#9 of 11

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