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Excellent

#366 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 15% in state

Public School Number Two

Elementary School · West New York School District

5200 BROADWAY, West New York, NJ 07093

Enrollment

638

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#366 of 2,466

In West New York

#1 of 9

public schools

In district

#1 of 9

West New York School District

Academic growth

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Public School Number Two

8.1/10

Elementary School in West New York · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Early Childhood School

3.7/10

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4.0/10

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About Public School Number Two

Public School Number Two is a public elementary school in West New York, NJ, part of West New York School District. Public School Number Two serves approximately 638 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Public School Number Two has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #366 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Public School Number Two show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+5.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.3 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+19.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,427
Chronic Absenteeism17.9%

Public School Number Two — Students at Public School Number Two score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 46.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 45 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
85%
ELA
53%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
54%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
55%
2012
Math
80%
ELA
49%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
50%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
38%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
11%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
11%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
40%
2024
Math
34.9%
ELA
44.1%
2025
Math
41.9%
ELA
47.2%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Public School Number Two Compares

See how Public School Number Two performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
85th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
76%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.9%

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

5200 BROADWAY, West New York, NJ 07093

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Public School Number Two may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Anna L. Klein (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Guttenberg), with a very similar rating. Another option is Theodore Roosevelt School (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Weehawken), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Jefferson Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Union City), with a very similar rating. For more schools in West New York, see our West New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Early Childhood School West New York 0.1 mi 3.7
Memorial High School West New York 0.1 mi 4.0
Public School Number Five West New York 0.2 mi 7.3
West New York Middle School West New York 0.2 mi 7.3
Theodore Roosevelt School Weehawken 0.4 mi 8.2
Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School Union City 0.4 mi 6.3
Robert Menendez Elementary School West New York 0.5 mi 7.6
Harry L Bain West New York 0.6 mi 8.0
Weehawken High School Weehawken 0.6 mi 7.3
RISING STAR ACADEMY Union City 0.5 mi 6.5
Public School Number One West New York 0.7 mi 7.1
Albio Sires Elementary School West New York 0.7 mi 7.5
Union Hill Middle School Union City 0.7 mi 6.7
George Washington Elementary School Union City 0.7 mi 6.0
Anna L. Klein Guttenberg 0.9 mi 8.3
Lincoln Elementary School North Bergen 0.9 mi 7.5
Jefferson Elementary School Union City 0.9 mi 8.1
Franklin Elementary School N. Bergen 0.9 mi 7.3
Polk Street School North Bergen 1.1 mi 3.7
Robert Fulton Elementary School North Bergen 1.2 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07093 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,389

Median Home Value

$390,300

Median Rent

$1,619/mo

Population

63,321

College Educated

35.3%

Homeownership

24.6%

Avg Commute

36 min

Poverty Rate

20%

Median Age

37.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Public School Number Two

What grades does Public School Number Two serve?

Public School Number Two serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Public School Number Two?

Public School Number Two has an enrollment of approximately 638 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Public School Number Two?

The student-teacher ratio at Public School Number Two is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Public School Number Two rank in NJ?

Public School Number Two ranks #366 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Public School Number Two's MySchoolScout rating?

Public School Number Two has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Public School Number Two?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Public School Number Two has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Public School Number Two a charter school?

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

Is Public School Number Two a Title I school?

No, Public School Number Two is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Public School Number Two?

76.3% of students at Public School Number Two 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
78 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
638
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
54
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hudson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.9%

District

West New York School District
District Enrollment
8,059
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,427
District Rank
#1 of 9

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