Excellent
#189 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 8% in state
Rosa Parks Community School
Middle School · ORANGE BOARD OF EDUCATION School District
369 MAIN STREET, Orange, NJ 07050
Enrollment
538
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
3rd – 7th
Enrollment
538
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
8.5
Grades
3rd – 7th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#189 of 2,466
In Orange
#1 of 11
public schools
In district
#1 of 12
ORANGE BOARD OF EDUCATION School District
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Rosa Parks Community School
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About Rosa Parks Community School
Rosa Parks Community School is a public middle school in Orange, NJ, part of ORANGE BOARD OF EDUCATION School District. Rosa Parks Community School serves approximately 538 students, and covers grades 3rd-7th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Rosa Parks Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #189 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Rosa Parks Community School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 6.5
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Rosa Parks Community School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Rosa Parks Community School — Students at Rosa Parks Community School score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 49 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: 9.5/10.
How Rosa Parks Community School Compares
See how Rosa Parks Community School 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
369 MAIN STREET, Orange, NJ 07050
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rosa Parks Community School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Edison Middle School (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby W. Orange), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Orange Preparatory Academy School of Inquiry and Innovation (rated 4.4/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Orange, see our Orange schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07050 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,109
Median Home Value
$336,200
Median Rent
$1,427/mo
Population
33,856
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
23.7%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
21.1%
Median Age
35.1
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| George G White Hillsdale, NJ | 8.5 |
| Hasbrouck Heights Middle School Hasbrouck Heights, NJ | 8.5 |
| New Providence Middle School New Providence, NJ | 8.5 |
| River Dell Middle School River Edge, NJ | 8.5 |
| Bernardsville Middle School Bernardsville, NJ | 8.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rosa Parks Community School
What grades does Rosa Parks Community School serve?
Rosa Parks Community School serves students in grades 3rd through 7th.
How many students attend Rosa Parks Community School?
Rosa Parks Community School has an enrollment of approximately 538 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rosa Parks Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rosa Parks Community School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rosa Parks Community School rank in NJ?
Rosa Parks Community School ranks #189 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Rosa Parks Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rosa Parks Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Rosa Parks Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rosa Parks Community School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Rosa Parks Community School a charter school?
No, Rosa Parks Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rosa Parks Community School a Title I school?
No, Rosa Parks Community School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rosa Parks Community School?
83.8% of students at Rosa Parks Community 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
- 3rd – 7th
- Enrollment
- 538
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.8%
- Phone
- (973) 677-4515
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE BOARD OF EDUCATION School District- District Enrollment
- 5,918
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,729
- District Rank
- #1 of 12
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