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Very Good

#737 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 30% in state

School 7

Elementary School · Paterson Public School District

106 RAMSEY STREET, Paterson, NJ 07501

Enrollment

286

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#737 of 2,466

In Paterson

#7 of 46

public schools

In district

#6 of 43

Paterson Public School District

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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School 7

7.3/10

Elementary School in Paterson · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.3/10

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5.3/10

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About School 7

School 7 is a public elementary school in Paterson, NJ, part of Paterson Public School District. School 7 serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. School 7 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #737 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for School 7 show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.7
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

38% of students at School 7 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+11.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-25.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+8.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment3.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,885
Chronic Absenteeism38.1%

School 7 — Students at School 7 score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 23.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 32.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
43%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
44%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
38%
2014
Math
11%
ELA
21%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
10%
ELA
35%
2024
Math
15.5%
ELA
20.4%
2025
Math
22.1%
ELA
35.9%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How School 7 Compares

See how School 7 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
70th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
3.2/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.1%

Location

106 RAMSEY STREET, Paterson, NJ 07501

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering School 7 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. School #5 (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Clifton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is DAWN TREADER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, School 2 (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Paterson, see our Paterson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
John F. Kennedy High School Paterson 0.4 mi 3.3
John P. Holland Charter School Woodland 0.4 mi 5.3
International High School Paterson 0.4 mi 4.9
Paterson Arts and Science Charter School Fair Lawn 0.5 mi 6.8
Joseph A. Taub School Paterson 0.6 mi 5.0
DAWN TREADER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Paterson 0.6 mi 7.4
Community Charter School of Paterson Paterson 0.6 mi 6.4
College Achieve Paterson Charter School Tinton Falls 0.7 mi 5.7
School 19 Paterson 0.8 mi 7.1
School 5 Paterson 0.8 mi 6.6
COMPASSION HOUSE OUTREACH MNSTR & CHRSTAN EDUC CTR Paterson 0.7 mi
School 2 Paterson 0.8 mi 7.3
School One Woodland Park 0.8 mi 5.5
School 3 Paterson 0.8 mi 5.4
School 27 Paterson 1.0 mi 5.8
Young Men's Academy Paterson 1.0 mi 5.3
ST GERARD MAJELLA SCHOOL Paterson 1.3 mi 6.6
Newcomers High School Paterson 1.1 mi 3.3
School #5 Clifton 1.2 mi 7.8
School 8 Paterson 1.0 mi 5.6

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

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Christopher Columbus School #8 Garfield, NJ 7.3
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Harmony Township School Phillipsburg, NJ 7.3
John F. Kennedy Elementary School Wayne, NJ 7.3
Main Road School Newfield, NJ 7.3
Paradise Knoll Elementary School Oak Ridge, NJ 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about School 7

What grades does School 7 serve?

School 7 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend School 7?

School 7 has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at School 7?

The student-teacher ratio at School 7 is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does School 7 rank in NJ?

School 7 ranks #737 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is School 7's MySchoolScout rating?

School 7 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 7?

Based on loaded state assessment records, School 7 has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is School 7 a charter school?

No, School 7 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is School 7 a Title I school?

No, School 7 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School 7?

84.3% of students at School 7 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Passaic County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.1%

District

Paterson Public School District
District Enrollment
24,692
Schools in District
43
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,885
District Rank
#6 of 43

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