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#1153 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 47% in state
School 15
Elementary School · Paterson Public School District
98 OAK STREET, Paterson, NJ 07501
Enrollment
545
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
545
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,153 of 2,466
In Paterson
#10 of 46
public schools
In district
#9 of 43
Paterson Public School District
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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School 15
Elementary School in Paterson · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About School 15
School 15 is a public elementary school in Paterson, NJ, part of Paterson Public School District. School 15 serves approximately 545 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. School 15 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,153 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for School 15 show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at School 15 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.
36% of students at School 15 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 15 — Students at School 15 score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 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: 9.4/10.
How School 15 Compares
See how School 15 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
98 OAK STREET, Paterson, NJ 07501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering School 15 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Norman S. Weir (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Philip's Academy Charter School of Paterson (rated 7.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, School 16 (rated 6.2/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Paterson, see our Paterson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Philip's Academy Charter School of Paterson Paterson | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Roberto Clemente Paterson | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Eastside High School Paterson | 0.2 mi | 2.5 |
| New Roberto Clemente Paterson | 0.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Alternative High School Paterson | 0.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Edward W. Kilpatrick Paterson | 0.5 mi | 2.5 |
| Alexander Hamilton Academy Paterson | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| School 16 Paterson | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Dale Avenue Paterson | 0.4 mi | 3.7 |
| School 24 Paterson | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Senator Frank Lautenberg School Paterson | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Paterson P-TECH High School Paterson | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Young Men's Academy Paterson | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| School 8 Paterson | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| School 13 Paterson | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Norman S. Weir Paterson | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| School 3 Paterson | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Newcomers High School Paterson | 0.7 mi | 3.3 |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Educational Complex Paterson | 0.7 mi | 3.0 |
| COMPASSION HOUSE OUTREACH MNSTR & CHRSTAN EDUC CTR Paterson | 0.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,699
Median Home Value
$304,400
Median Rent
$1,442/mo
Population
35,321
College Educated
8.9%
Homeownership
16%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
27.7%
Median Age
31.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arbor Elementary School Piscataway, NJ | 6.6 |
| B. Bernice Young Elementary School Burlington, NJ | 6.6 |
| Brookside Place School Cranford, NJ | 6.6 |
| Cambridge Elementary School Kendall Park, NJ | 6.6 |
| Chancellor Avenue Elementary School Irvington, NJ | 6.6 |
| Christopher Columbus School No. 15 Elizabeth, NJ | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about School 15
What grades does School 15 serve?
School 15 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend School 15?
School 15 has an enrollment of approximately 545 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at School 15?
The student-teacher ratio at School 15 is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does School 15 rank in NJ?
School 15 ranks #1,153 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is School 15's MySchoolScout rating?
School 15 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 15?
Based on loaded state assessment records, School 15 has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is School 15 a charter school?
No, School 15 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is School 15 a Title I school?
No, School 15 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School 15?
74.5% of students at School 15 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 545
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.3%
- Phone
- (973) 321-0150
Resources & Links
District
Paterson Public School District- District Enrollment
- 24,692
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,885
- District Rank
- #9 of 43
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