Below Average
#2159 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Senator Frank Lautenberg School
Elementary School · Paterson Public School District
137 CARROLL STREET, Paterson, NJ 07501
Enrollment
628
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
628
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,159 of 2,466
In Paterson
#32 of 46
public schools
In district
#29 of 43
Paterson Public School District
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Senator Frank Lautenberg School
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About Senator Frank Lautenberg School
Senator Frank Lautenberg School is a public elementary school in Paterson, NJ, part of Paterson Public School District. Senator Frank Lautenberg School serves approximately 628 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Senator Frank Lautenberg School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,159 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Senator Frank Lautenberg School show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Senator Frank Lautenberg School 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.
57% of students at Senator Frank Lautenberg School 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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Senator Frank Lautenberg School — Students at Senator Frank Lautenberg School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 52 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: 7.7/10.
How Senator Frank Lautenberg School Compares
See how Senator Frank Lautenberg School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
137 CARROLL STREET, Paterson, NJ 07501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Senator Frank Lautenberg School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Norman S. Weir (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Philip's Academy Charter School of Paterson (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, School 28 (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Paterson, see our Paterson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Edward W. Kilpatrick Paterson | 0.2 mi | 2.5 |
| Eastside High School Paterson | 0.4 mi | 2.5 |
| Alternative High School Paterson | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Alexander Hamilton Academy Paterson | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Roberto Clemente Paterson | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Paterson P-TECH High School Paterson | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| School 10 Paterson | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Norman S. Weir Paterson | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| New Roberto Clemente Paterson | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| School 15 Paterson | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Dale Avenue Paterson | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Newcomers High School Paterson | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| School 13 Paterson | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Young Men's Academy Paterson | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Philip's Academy Charter School of Paterson Paterson | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| School 21 Paterson | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| School 28 Paterson | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| School 24 Paterson | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School Paterson | 0.7 mi | 3.3 |
| School 12 Paterson | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
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
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BNOS BROCHA Lakewood, NJ | 4.6 |
| Bellmawr Park Elementary School Bellmawr, NJ | 4.6 |
| Gilbert Avenue School Elmwood Park, NJ | 4.6 |
| Hopewell Crest Bridgeton, NJ | 4.6 |
| Joseph A. Citta Elementary School Toms River, NJ | 4.6 |
| Kingston Elementary School Cherry Hill, NJ | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Senator Frank Lautenberg School
What grades does Senator Frank Lautenberg School serve?
Senator Frank Lautenberg School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Senator Frank Lautenberg School?
Senator Frank Lautenberg School has an enrollment of approximately 628 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Senator Frank Lautenberg School?
The student-teacher ratio at Senator Frank Lautenberg School is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Senator Frank Lautenberg School rank in NJ?
Senator Frank Lautenberg School ranks #2,159 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Senator Frank Lautenberg School's MySchoolScout rating?
Senator Frank Lautenberg School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Senator Frank Lautenberg School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Senator Frank Lautenberg School has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Senator Frank Lautenberg School a charter school?
No, Senator Frank Lautenberg School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Senator Frank Lautenberg School a Title I school?
No, Senator Frank Lautenberg School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Senator Frank Lautenberg School?
63.1% of students at Senator Frank Lautenberg School 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
- 628
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.7%
- Phone
- (973) 321-0060
Resources & Links
District
Paterson Public School District- District Enrollment
- 24,692
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,885
- District Rank
- #29 of 43
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