Needs Improvement
#2426 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School
Elementary School · Paterson Public School District
55 CLINTON STREET, Paterson, NJ 07522
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
1st – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,426 of 2,466
In Paterson
#41 of 46
public schools
In district
#38 of 43
Paterson Public School District
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Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School
Elementary School in Paterson · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School
Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr.
School is a public elementary school in Paterson, NJ, part of Paterson Public School District. Rev. Dr.
Frank Napier Jr. School serves approximately 502 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Rev.
Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,426 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr.
School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
50% of students at Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School 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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Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School — Students at Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 4.7/10.
How Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School Compares
See how Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
55 CLINTON STREET, Paterson, NJ 07522
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Norman S. Weir (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is AL-HIKMAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Prospect Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, School 28 (rated 7.4/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Paterson, see our Paterson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| School 28 Paterson | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| GILMORE MEMORIAL CHRIS ACD Paterson | 0.4 mi | — |
| School 12 Paterson | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Newcomers High School Paterson | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Norman S. Weir Paterson | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| AL-HIKMAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Prospect Park | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Young Men's Academy Paterson | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| School 2 Paterson | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Paterson P-TECH High School Paterson | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Prospect Park School No. 1 Prospect Park | 0.7 mi | 3.1 |
| COMPASSION HOUSE OUTREACH MNSTR & CHRSTAN EDUC CTR Paterson | 0.7 mi | — |
| School 5 Paterson | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Alexander Hamilton Academy Paterson | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| College Achieve Paterson Charter School Tinton Falls | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Dale Avenue Paterson | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Edward W. Kilpatrick Paterson | 0.7 mi | 2.5 |
| DAWN TREADER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Paterson | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Senator Frank Lautenberg School Paterson | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| School 10 Paterson | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Community Charter School of Paterson Paterson | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07522 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,002
Median Home Value
$264,000
Median Rent
$1,458/mo
Population
22,599
College Educated
9.5%
Homeownership
21%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
28.5%
Median Age
31.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| George Washington Elementary School Trenton, NJ | 3.3 |
| Kuser Elementary School Hamilton, NJ | 3.3 |
| Mill Pond Elementary School Lanoka Harbor, NJ | 3.3 |
| SHIRAS CHAIM Lakewood, NJ | 3.3 |
| Whitney M. Young Jr. School Jersey City, NJ | 3.3 |
| Dr. Crosby Copeland Jr Elementary Trenton, NJ | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School
What grades does Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School serve?
Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School?
Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School has an enrollment of approximately 502 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School rank in NJ?
Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School ranks #2,426 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School a charter school?
No, Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School a Title I school?
No, Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School?
68.5% of students at Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. 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
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 502
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.4%
- Phone
- (973) 321-0040
Resources & Links
District
Paterson Public School District- District Enrollment
- 24,692
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,885
- District Rank
- #38 of 43
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