Excellent
#74 of 2,463 schools in NJ
Top 3% in state
Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20
Middle School · Passaic City School District
19 Henry Street, Passaic, NJ 07055
Enrollment
710
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
8.9
Grades
2nd – 8th
Enrollment
710
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
8.9
Grades
2nd – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Passaic
#1 of 18
public schools
New Jersey middle schools
#8 of 441
In district
#1 of 18
Passaic City School District
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Exceptional
About Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20
Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20 is a public middle school in Passaic, NJ, part of the Passaic City School District. The school serves approximately 710 students in grades 2nd – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 12.9:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.9/10, placing it in the 97th percentile among NJ schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 43% proficiency in math, 2 points below the state average and 67% in reading/language arts, 15 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.8/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $56,780, where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20 — Students at Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20 score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 5%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2023-24)
Based on 20 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.8/10.
How Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20 Compares
See how Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 38% (2019) to 37% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 60% (2019) to 59% (2022).
Location
19 Henry Street, Passaic, NJ 07055
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Passaic Academy for Science and Engineering (rated 8.9/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Passaic Preparatory Academy (rated 8.6/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Sonia Sotomayor School #21 (rated 8.1/10), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Passaic, see our Passaic schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07055 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,780
Median Home Value
$406,500
Median Rent
$1,392/mo
Population
69,651
College Educated
16.9%
Homeownership
23.5%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
23%
Median Age
30.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20 has a median household income of $56,780. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $406,500, with a median rent of $1,392/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Princeton Middle School Princeton, NJ | 8.9 |
| Forrestdale School Rumson, NJ | 8.8 |
| Hoboken Middle School Hoboken, NJ | 8.8 |
| Robert R Lazar Middle School Montville, NJ | 8.8 |
| Indian Hill School Holmdel, NJ | 9.1 |
| East Brook Middle School Paramus, NJ | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20
What grades does Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20 serve?
Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20 serves students in grades 2nd through 8th.
How many students attend Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20?
Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20 has an enrollment of approximately 710 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20?
The student-teacher ratio at Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20 is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20 rank in NJ?
Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20 is ranked #74 out of 2,463 schools in NJ.
What is Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20's MySchoolScout rating?
Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20 has a composite rating of 8.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20 has 43.4% math proficiency and 66.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20 a charter school?
No, Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20 a Title I school?
No, Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20?
100.0% of students at Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20 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
- 96 Walker's Paradise
- Transit Score
- 58 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 57 Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,559/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 2nd – 8th
- Enrollment
- 710
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Phone
- (973) 470-5500
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Passaic City School District- District Enrollment
- 12,366
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $33,289
- District Rank
- #1 of 18
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