Very Good
#577 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 23% in state
Shelia Y. Oliver Academy
Elementary School · East Orange School District
404 NOrth Grove Street, East Orange, NJ 07017
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#577 of 2,466
In East Orange
#2 of 22
public schools
In district
#2 of 20
East Orange School District
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Shelia Y. Oliver Academy
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About Shelia Y. Oliver Academy
Shelia Y. Oliver Academy is a public elementary school in East Orange, NJ, part of East Orange School District. Shelia Y.
Oliver Academy serves approximately 438 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Shelia Y. Oliver Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #577 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Shelia Y. Oliver Academy show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Shelia Y. Oliver Academy — Students at Shelia Y. Oliver Academy score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.8%
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: 9.4/10.
How Shelia Y. Oliver Academy Compares
See how Shelia Y. Oliver Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
404 NOrth Grove Street, East Orange, NJ 07017
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shelia Y. Oliver Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. First Avenue School (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Newark), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Carteret Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Bloomfield), with a very similar rating. For more schools in East Orange, see our East Orange schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07017 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,552
Median Home Value
$316,700
Median Rent
$1,346/mo
Population
40,809
College Educated
21.8%
Homeownership
31.3%
Avg Commute
37.9 min
Poverty Rate
17.4%
Median Age
36.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Belleville PS4 Belleville, NJ | 7.6 |
| Belleville PS7 Belleville, NJ | 7.6 |
| Calvin Coolidge Elementary School Wyckoff, NJ | 7.6 |
| Carteret Elementary School Bloomfield, NJ | 7.6 |
| Cliffwood Elementary School Cliffwood, NJ | 7.6 |
| Commercial Township School Port Norris, NJ | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shelia Y. Oliver Academy
What grades does Shelia Y. Oliver Academy serve?
Shelia Y. Oliver Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Shelia Y. Oliver Academy?
Shelia Y. Oliver Academy has an enrollment of approximately 438 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shelia Y. Oliver Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Shelia Y. Oliver Academy is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shelia Y. Oliver Academy rank in NJ?
Shelia Y. Oliver Academy ranks #577 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Shelia Y. Oliver Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Shelia Y. Oliver Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Shelia Y. Oliver Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Shelia Y. Oliver Academy has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Shelia Y. Oliver Academy a charter school?
No, Shelia Y. Oliver Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shelia Y. Oliver Academy a Title I school?
No, Shelia Y. Oliver Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shelia Y. Oliver Academy?
65.8% of students at Shelia Y. Oliver Academy 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
- 438
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.4%
- Phone
- (973) 266-5860
Resources & Links
District
East Orange School District- District Enrollment
- 9,337
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,491
- District Rank
- #2 of 20
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