Very Good
#437 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 18% 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
7.9
Grades
2nd – 8th
Enrollment
710
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
2nd – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#437 of 2,466
In Passaic
#3 of 19
public schools
In district
#3 of 18
Passaic City School District
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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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 Passaic City School District. Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20 serves approximately 710 students, and covers grades 2nd-8th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #437 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20 show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.6
- NJ avg 6.9
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 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 42 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: 6.2/10.
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
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
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 9.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Theodore Roosevelt School No. 10 (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Sallie D. Gamble School No. 7 (rated 6.9/10, 0.6 miles away), 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| Brookside School Allendale, NJ | 7.9 |
| Buzz Aldrin Middle School Upper Montclair, NJ | 7.9 |
| Clifton T. Barkalow School Freehold, NJ | 7.9 |
| Collingswood Middle School Collingswood, NJ | 7.9 |
| Manchester Township Middle School Manchester, NJ | 7.9 |
| Matawan-Aberdeen Middle School Cliffwood, NJ | 7.9 |
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 ranks #437 of 2,466 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 current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20 has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
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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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.0%
- Phone
- (973) 470-5500
Resources & Links
District
Passaic City School District- District Enrollment
- 12,366
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $33,289
- District Rank
- #3 of 18
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