Average
#1394 of 2,466 schools in NJ
School 16
Elementary School · Paterson Public School District
11 22ND AVENUE, Paterson, NJ 07513
Enrollment
840
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
840
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,394 of 2,466
In Paterson
#13 of 46
public schools
In district
#11 of 43
Paterson Public School District
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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School 16
Elementary School in Paterson · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About School 16
School 16 is a public elementary school in Paterson, NJ, part of Paterson Public School District. School 16 serves approximately 840 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. School 16 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,394 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for School 16 show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at School 16 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.
Score Breakdown
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School 16 — Students at School 16 score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 39 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: 9.2/10.
How School 16 Compares
See how School 16 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
11 22ND AVENUE, Paterson, NJ 07513
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering School 16 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Charles J. Riley/ School 9 (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Philip's Academy Charter School of Paterson (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, School 15 (rated 6.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Paterson, see our Paterson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Philip's Academy Charter School of Paterson Paterson | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| School 24 Paterson | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| New Roberto Clemente Paterson | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| School 15 Paterson | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Paterson Charter School for Science and Technology Paterson | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Charles J. Riley/ School 9 Paterson | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Roberto Clemente Paterson | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Educational Complex Paterson | 0.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Eastside High School Paterson | 0.7 mi | 2.5 |
| School 8 Paterson | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Alternative High School Paterson | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Dr. Hani Awadallah School Paterson | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| School 13 Paterson | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Edward W. Kilpatrick Paterson | 1.0 mi | 2.5 |
| Dale Avenue Paterson | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| School 25 Paterson | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Alexander Hamilton Academy Paterson | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Senator Frank Lautenberg School Paterson | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| School 3 Paterson | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Anna Iandoli Early Learning Center Paterson | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07513 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,320
Median Home Value
$387,400
Median Rent
$1,606/mo
Population
10,961
College Educated
11.9%
Homeownership
31.1%
Avg Commute
19.2 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
33.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Delran Intermediate School Delran, NJ | 6.2 |
| Emma Havens Young Elementary School Brick, NJ | 6.2 |
| Endeavour Elementary School Jb Mdl, NJ | 6.2 |
| Frank Defino Central Elementary School Marlboro, NJ | 6.2 |
| Frank K. Hehnly Clark, NJ | 6.2 |
| Hatikvah International Academy Charter School East Brunswick, NJ | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about School 16
What grades does School 16 serve?
School 16 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend School 16?
School 16 has an enrollment of approximately 840 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at School 16?
The student-teacher ratio at School 16 is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does School 16 rank in NJ?
School 16 ranks #1,394 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is School 16's MySchoolScout rating?
School 16 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 16?
Based on loaded state assessment records, School 16 has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
Is School 16 a charter school?
No, School 16 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is School 16 a Title I school?
No, School 16 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School 16?
59.2% of students at School 16 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 840
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.8%
- Phone
- (973) 413-2700
Resources & Links
District
Paterson Public School District- District Enrollment
- 24,692
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,885
- District Rank
- #11 of 43
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