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#1623 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Quitman Street School
Elementary School · Newark Public School District
21 QUITMAN ST, Newark, NJ 07103
Enrollment
738
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
738
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,623 of 2,466
In Newark
#48 of 80
public schools
In district
#37 of 63
Newark Public School District
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Quitman Street School
Quitman Street School is a public elementary school in Newark, NJ, part of Newark Public School District. Quitman Street School serves approximately 738 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Quitman Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,623 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Quitman Street School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Quitman Street School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Quitman Street School — Students at Quitman Street School score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 54 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: 7.4/10.
How Quitman Street School Compares
See how Quitman Street School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
21 QUITMAN ST, Newark, NJ 07103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Quitman Street School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Louise A. Spencer Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Camden Street Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Newark, see our Newark schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| American History High School Newark | 0.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Newark Educators Community Charter School Newark | 0.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Arts High School Newark | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Newark Vocational High School Newark | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Louise A. Spencer Elementary School Newark | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Link Community Charter School Newark | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| New Horizons Community Charter School Newark | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Central High School Newark | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School Newark | 0.5 mi | 8.7 |
| NEWARK BOYS CHORUS SCHOOL Newark | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Science Park High School Newark | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| ELYON LEARNING CENTER ACADEMY Newark | 0.6 mi | — |
| Essex County Newark Tech Newark | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Discovery Charter School Newark | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Great Oaks Legacy Charter School Newark | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Grover Cleveland Elementary School Newark | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Bard Early College High School Newark | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| LEAD Charter School Newark | 0.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Camden Street Elementary School Newark | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| ST VINCENT ACADEMY Newark | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,397
Median Home Value
$259,300
Median Rent
$1,289/mo
Population
36,733
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
23.4%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
31.6%
Median Age
31.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abram P. Morris Early Childhood Center Hillside, NJ | 5.8 |
| Kelly Elementary School W. Orange, NJ | 5.8 |
| Lincroft Elementary School Lincroft, NJ | 5.8 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. School Jersey City, NJ | 5.8 |
| Mary J Donohoe Community School Bayonne, NJ | 5.8 |
| Midland School #1 Rochelle Park, NJ | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Quitman Street School
What grades does Quitman Street School serve?
Quitman Street School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Quitman Street School?
Quitman Street School has an enrollment of approximately 738 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Quitman Street School?
The student-teacher ratio at Quitman Street School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Quitman Street School rank in NJ?
Quitman Street School ranks #1,623 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Quitman Street School's MySchoolScout rating?
Quitman Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Quitman Street School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Quitman Street School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Quitman Street School a charter school?
No, Quitman Street School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Quitman Street School a Title I school?
No, Quitman Street School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Quitman Street School?
74.3% of students at Quitman 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 738
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.4%
- Phone
- (973) 733-6947
Resources & Links
District
Newark Public School District- District Enrollment
- 42,791
- Schools in District
- 64
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,680
- District Rank
- #37 of 63
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