Needs Improvement
#2445 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Prospect Park School No. 1
Elementary School · Prospect Park Public School District
94 BROWN AVENUE, Prospect Park, NJ 07508
Enrollment
652
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
652
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
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#2,445 of 2,466
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Prospect Park School No. 1
Elementary School in Prospect Park · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Prospect Park School No. 1
Prospect Park School No. 1 is a public elementary school in Prospect Park, NJ, part of Prospect Park Public School District. Prospect Park School No. 1 serves approximately 652 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Prospect Park School No. 1 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,445 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Prospect Park School No. 1 show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Prospect Park School No. 1 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
31% of students at Prospect Park School No. 1 were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Prospect Park School No. 1 — Students at Prospect Park School No. 1 score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 45 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.9/10.
How Prospect Park School No. 1 Compares
See how Prospect Park School No. 1 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
94 BROWN AVENUE, Prospect Park, NJ 07508
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prospect Park School No. 1 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Norman S. Weir (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Paterson), which scores notably higher. Another option is AL-HIKMAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, School 28 (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Paterson), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Prospect Park, see our Prospect Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AL-HIKMAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Prospect Park | 0.1 mi | 8.0 |
| GILMORE MEMORIAL CHRIS ACD Paterson | 0.3 mi | — |
| School 12 Paterson | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Washington Elementary School Hawthorne | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Passaic County-Manchester Regional High School Haledon | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School Paterson | 0.7 mi | 3.3 |
| School 28 Paterson | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| EASTERN CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL North Haledon | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| School 10 Paterson | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Haledon Public School Haledon | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Norman S. Weir Paterson | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Newcomers High School Paterson | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| ST GERARD MAJELLA SCHOOL Paterson | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| School 5 Paterson | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Paterson P-TECH High School Paterson | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Senator Frank Lautenberg School Paterson | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Young Men's Academy Paterson | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| School 2 Paterson | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Alexander Hamilton Academy Paterson | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Edward W. Kilpatrick Paterson | 1.3 mi | 2.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07508 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,611
Median Home Value
$444,600
Median Rent
$1,749/mo
Population
23,611
College Educated
29.7%
Homeownership
62.7%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
41.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| West Dover Elementary School Toms River, NJ | 3.1 |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Educational Complex Paterson, NJ | 3.0 |
| Dr. William Mennies Elementary School Vineland, NJ | 3.2 |
| Kuser Elementary School Hamilton, NJ | 3.3 |
| Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School Paterson, NJ | 3.3 |
| SHIRAS CHAIM Lakewood, NJ | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prospect Park School No. 1
What grades does Prospect Park School No. 1 serve?
Prospect Park School No. 1 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Prospect Park School No. 1?
Prospect Park School No. 1 has an enrollment of approximately 652 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prospect Park School No. 1?
The student-teacher ratio at Prospect Park School No. 1 is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Prospect Park School No. 1 rank in NJ?
Prospect Park School No. 1 ranks #2,445 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Prospect Park School No. 1's MySchoolScout rating?
Prospect Park School No. 1 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Prospect Park School No. 1?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Prospect Park School No. 1 has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Prospect Park School No. 1 a charter school?
No, Prospect Park School No. 1 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Prospect Park School No. 1 a Title I school?
No, Prospect Park School No. 1 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prospect Park School No. 1?
38.2% of students at Prospect Park School No. 1 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 652
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 68
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.8%
- Phone
- (973) 790-7909
Resources & Links
District
Prospect Park Public School District- District Enrollment
- 834
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,917
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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