Needs Improvement
#2352 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Polk Street School
Elementary School · North Bergen School District
7111 Polk Street, North Bergen, NJ 07047
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,352 of 2,466
In North Bergen
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#7 of 8
North Bergen School District
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Polk Street School
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About Polk Street School
Polk Street School is a public elementary school in North Bergen, NJ, part of North Bergen School District. Polk Street School serves approximately 258 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Polk Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,352 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Polk Street School show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 1% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.2
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Polk Street School — Students at Polk Street School score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 31 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: 4.8/10.
How Polk Street School Compares
See how Polk Street School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7111 Polk Street, North Bergen, NJ 07047
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Polk Street School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Anna L. Klein (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Guttenberg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Theodore Roosevelt School (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Weehawken), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Public School Number Two (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby West New York), which scores notably higher. For more schools in North Bergen, see our North Bergen schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| North Bergen High School N. Bergen | 0.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Anna L. Klein Guttenberg | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Robert Fulton Elementary School North Bergen | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Albio Sires Elementary School West New York | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Public School Number One West New York | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Horace Mann Elementary School North Bergen | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Lincoln Elementary School North Bergen | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Harry L Bain West New York | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| West New York Middle School West New York | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Memorial High School West New York | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Public School Number Five West New York | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Robert Menendez Elementary School West New York | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Early Childhood School West New York | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Public School Number Two West New York | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Franklin Elementary School N. Bergen | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| RISING STAR ACADEMY Union City | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School Union City | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Lincoln School Annex Fairview | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Lincoln School Fairview | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Theodore Roosevelt School Weehawken | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07047 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,505
Median Home Value
$466,800
Median Rent
$1,702/mo
Population
61,202
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
41.3%
Avg Commute
33.4 min
Poverty Rate
12.9%
Median Age
40.8
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dale Avenue Paterson, NJ | 3.7 |
| E Raymond Appleby Elementary School Spotswood, NJ | 3.7 |
| Jefferson (Annex) Elementary School Wallington, NJ | 3.7 |
| Lillian Drive School Hazlet, NJ | 3.7 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Rockaway, NJ | 3.7 |
| Whitehouse School Whitehouse Station, NJ | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Polk Street School
What grades does Polk Street School serve?
Polk Street School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Polk Street School?
Polk Street School has an enrollment of approximately 258 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Polk Street School?
The student-teacher ratio at Polk Street School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Polk Street School rank in NJ?
Polk Street School ranks #2,352 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Polk Street School's MySchoolScout rating?
Polk Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Polk Street School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Polk Street School has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 1% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
Is Polk Street School a charter school?
No, Polk Street School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Polk Street School a Title I school?
No, Polk Street School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Polk Street School?
86.8% of students at Polk Street 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 258
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hudson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.5%
- Phone
- (201) 295-2920
Resources & Links
District
North Bergen School District- District Enrollment
- 7,165
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,134
- District Rank
- #7 of 8
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