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#1972 of 2,466 schools in NJ
School 12
Elementary School · Paterson Public School District
121 NORTH SECOND STREET, Paterson, NJ 07522
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,972 of 2,466
In Paterson
#25 of 46
public schools
In district
#22 of 43
Paterson Public School District
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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School 12
Elementary School in Paterson · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About School 12
School 12 is a public elementary school in Paterson, NJ, part of Paterson Public School District. School 12 serves approximately 482 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. School 12 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,972 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for School 12 show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at School 12 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.
47% of students at School 12 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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School 12 — Students at School 12 score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 53 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: 7.7/10.
How School 12 Compares
See how School 12 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
121 NORTH SECOND STREET, Paterson, NJ 07522
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering School 12 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Norman S. Weir (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is AL-HIKMAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.2 miles away, in nearby Prospect Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, School 28 (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Paterson, see our Paterson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AL-HIKMAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Prospect Park | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| GILMORE MEMORIAL CHRIS ACD Paterson | 0.2 mi | — |
| Prospect Park School No. 1 Prospect Park | 0.3 mi | 3.1 |
| Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School Paterson | 0.4 mi | 3.3 |
| School 28 Paterson | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| School 10 Paterson | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Norman S. Weir Paterson | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Washington Elementary School Hawthorne | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Newcomers High School Paterson | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Paterson P-TECH High School Paterson | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Senator Frank Lautenberg School Paterson | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Edward W. Kilpatrick Paterson | 0.9 mi | 2.5 |
| Alexander Hamilton Academy Paterson | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Young Men's Academy Paterson | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Passaic County-Manchester Regional High School Haledon | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| School 2 Paterson | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| School 5 Paterson | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Dale Avenue Paterson | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| COMPASSION HOUSE OUTREACH MNSTR & CHRSTAN EDUC CTR Paterson | 1.1 mi | — |
| College Achieve Paterson Charter School Tinton Falls | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
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
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arthur Rann Elementary School Galloway, NJ | 5.1 |
| Beachwood Elementary School Beachwood, NJ | 5.1 |
| Ben Franklin Elementary Lawrenceville, NJ | 5.1 |
| Berkley Street School New Milford, NJ | 5.1 |
| Central Elementary School Orange, NJ | 5.1 |
| Dr. John Grieco Elementary School Englewood, NJ | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about School 12
What grades does School 12 serve?
School 12 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend School 12?
School 12 has an enrollment of approximately 482 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at School 12?
The student-teacher ratio at School 12 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 School 12 rank in NJ?
School 12 ranks #1,972 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is School 12's MySchoolScout rating?
School 12 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 School 12?
Based on loaded state assessment records, School 12 has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is School 12 a charter school?
No, School 12 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is School 12 a Title I school?
No, School 12 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School 12?
72.0% of students at School 12 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 482
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.5%
- Phone
- (973) 321-0120
Resources & Links
District
Paterson Public School District- District Enrollment
- 24,692
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,885
- District Rank
- #22 of 43
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