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#1624 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Thirteenth Avenue School
Elementary School · Newark Public School District
359 THIRTEENTH AVE, Newark, NJ 07103
Enrollment
588
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
588
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,624 of 2,466
In Newark
#49 of 80
public schools
In district
#38 of 63
Newark Public School District
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Thirteenth Avenue School
Elementary School in Newark · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Thirteenth Avenue School
Thirteenth Avenue School is a public elementary school in Newark, NJ, part of Newark Public School District. Thirteenth Avenue School serves approximately 588 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Thirteenth Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,624 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Thirteenth Avenue School show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Thirteenth Avenue 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.
Score Breakdown
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Thirteenth Avenue School — Students at Thirteenth Avenue School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.4%
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: 7.7/10.
How Thirteenth Avenue School Compares
See how Thirteenth Avenue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
359 THIRTEENTH AVE, Newark, NJ 07103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thirteenth Avenue School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Michelle Obama Elementary School (rated 9.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dionne Warwick Institute (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby East Orange), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newark, see our Newark schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John F. Kennedy School Newark | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Michelle Obama Elementary School Newark | 0.3 mi | 9.8 |
| West Side High School Newark | 0.3 mi | 3.4 |
| LEAD Charter School Newark | 0.4 mi | 3.0 |
| Camden Street Elementary School Newark | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Bard Early College High School Newark | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Harriet Tubman Elementary School Newark | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Essex County Donald M. Payne Sr. School of Technology Newark | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School Newark | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| ST VINCENT ACADEMY Newark | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| New Horizons Community Charter School Newark | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Grover Cleveland Elementary School Newark | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Sussex Avenue School Newark | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Philip's Academy Charter School Newark | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Roseville Community Charter School Newark | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Newark Vocational High School Newark | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Science Park High School Newark | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Dionne Warwick Institute East Orange | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Central High School Newark | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| South 17th Street School Newark | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,397
Median Home Value
$259,300
Median Rent
$1,289/mo
Population
36,733
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
23.4%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
31.6%
Median Age
31.8
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|---|---|
| Abram P. Morris Early Childhood Center Hillside, NJ | 5.8 |
| CHEDER BNAI TORAH Lakewood, NJ | 5.8 |
| Kelly Elementary School W. Orange, NJ | 5.8 |
| Lincroft Elementary School Lincroft, NJ | 5.8 |
| Marion T. Bedwell Elementary School Bernardsville, NJ | 5.8 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. School Jersey City, NJ | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thirteenth Avenue School
What grades does Thirteenth Avenue School serve?
Thirteenth Avenue School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Thirteenth Avenue School?
Thirteenth Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 588 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thirteenth Avenue School?
The student-teacher ratio at Thirteenth Avenue School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thirteenth Avenue School rank in NJ?
Thirteenth Avenue School ranks #1,624 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Thirteenth Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?
Thirteenth Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Thirteenth Avenue School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thirteenth Avenue School has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Thirteenth Avenue School a charter school?
No, Thirteenth Avenue School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thirteenth Avenue School a Title I school?
No, Thirteenth Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thirteenth Avenue School?
69.4% of students at Thirteenth Avenue 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 588
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.0%
- Phone
- (973) 733-7045
Resources & Links
District
Newark Public School District- District Enrollment
- 42,791
- Schools in District
- 64
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,680
- District Rank
- #38 of 63
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