Below Average
#2060 of 2,466 schools in NJ
School 13
Elementary School · Paterson Public School District
690 EAST 23RD ST, Paterson, NJ 07504
Enrollment
484
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
484
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,060 of 2,466
In Paterson
#30 of 46
public schools
In district
#27 of 43
Paterson Public School District
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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School 13
Elementary School in Paterson · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About School 13
School 13 is a public elementary school in Paterson, NJ, part of Paterson Public School District. School 13 serves approximately 484 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. School 13 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,060 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for School 13 show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at School 13 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 13 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 13 — Students at School 13 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
70.9%
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
→ 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: 7.5/10.
How School 13 Compares
See how School 13 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
690 EAST 23RD ST, Paterson, NJ 07504
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering School 13 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. School 1 (rated 8.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Philip's Academy Charter School of Paterson (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, School 15 (rated 6.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Paterson, see our Paterson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Anna Iandoli Early Learning Center Paterson | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Rosa L. Parks School of Fine and Performing Arts Paterson | 0.4 mi | 3.2 |
| School 24 Paterson | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| New Roberto Clemente Paterson | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Roberto Clemente Paterson | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| School 21 Paterson | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Eastside High School Paterson | 0.4 mi | 2.5 |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Educational Complex Paterson | 0.6 mi | 3.0 |
| Senator Frank Lautenberg School Paterson | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| School 15 Paterson | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| School 26 Paterson | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| School 1 Paterson | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Edward W. Kilpatrick Paterson | 0.6 mi | 2.5 |
| Alternative High School Paterson | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Philip's Academy Charter School of Paterson Paterson | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| School 16 Paterson | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| School 10 Paterson | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Alexander Hamilton Academy Paterson | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| School 20 Paterson | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Paterson P-TECH High School Paterson | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,269
Median Home Value
$369,600
Median Rent
$1,426/mo
Population
13,485
College Educated
17.6%
Homeownership
38.3%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
18.4%
Median Age
37.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about School 13
What grades does School 13 serve?
School 13 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend School 13?
School 13 has an enrollment of approximately 484 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at School 13?
The student-teacher ratio at School 13 is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does School 13 rank in NJ?
School 13 ranks #2,060 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is School 13's MySchoolScout rating?
School 13 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 13?
Based on loaded state assessment records, School 13 has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is School 13 a charter school?
No, School 13 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is School 13 a Title I school?
No, School 13 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School 13?
70.9% of students at School 13 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
- 484
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.7%
- Phone
- (973) 321-0130
Resources & Links
District
Paterson Public School District- District Enrollment
- 24,692
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,885
- District Rank
- #27 of 43
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