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#1811 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Sonia Sotomayor School #21
Elementary School · Passaic City School District
225 Madison Street, Passaic, NJ 07055
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,811 of 2,466
In Passaic
#13 of 19
public schools
In district
#13 of 18
Passaic City School District
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Sonia Sotomayor School #21
Elementary School in Passaic · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sonia Sotomayor School #21
Sonia Sotomayor School #21 is a public elementary school in Passaic, NJ, part of Passaic City School District. Sonia Sotomayor School #21 serves approximately 539 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sonia Sotomayor School #21 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,811 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Sonia Sotomayor School #21 show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Sonia Sotomayor School #21 — Students at Sonia Sotomayor School #21 score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 31 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: 5.3/10.
How Sonia Sotomayor School #21 Compares
See how Sonia Sotomayor School #21 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
225 Madison Street, Passaic, NJ 07055
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sonia Sotomayor School #21 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Theodore Roosevelt School No. 10 (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sallie D. Gamble School No. 7 (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST NICHOLAS UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Passaic, see our Passaic schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07055 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,780
Median Home Value
$406,500
Median Rent
$1,392/mo
Population
69,651
College Educated
16.9%
Homeownership
23.5%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
23%
Median Age
30.9
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| Central Elementary School East Hanover, NJ | 5.4 |
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| Greenville Elementary School Howell, NJ | 5.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sonia Sotomayor School #21
What grades does Sonia Sotomayor School #21 serve?
Sonia Sotomayor School #21 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Sonia Sotomayor School #21?
Sonia Sotomayor School #21 has an enrollment of approximately 539 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sonia Sotomayor School #21?
The student-teacher ratio at Sonia Sotomayor School #21 is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sonia Sotomayor School #21 rank in NJ?
Sonia Sotomayor School #21 ranks #1,811 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Sonia Sotomayor School #21's MySchoolScout rating?
Sonia Sotomayor School #21 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Sonia Sotomayor School #21?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sonia Sotomayor School #21 has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
Is Sonia Sotomayor School #21 a charter school?
No, Sonia Sotomayor School #21 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sonia Sotomayor School #21 a Title I school?
No, Sonia Sotomayor School #21 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sonia Sotomayor School #21?
99.3% of students at Sonia Sotomayor School #21 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
- 539
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.4%
- Phone
- (973) 470-5500
Resources & Links
District
Passaic City School District- District Enrollment
- 12,366
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $33,289
- District Rank
- #13 of 18
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