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#1124 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 46% in state

Woodrow Wilson School No. 19

Elementary School · Elizabeth Public Schools

529 EDGAR RD, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Enrollment

559

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,124 of 2,466

In Elizabeth

#16 of 37

public schools

In district

#16 of 37

Elizabeth Public Schools

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Woodrow Wilson School No. 19

6.6/10

Elementary School in Elizabeth · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.5/10

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8.7/10

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About Woodrow Wilson School No. 19

Woodrow Wilson School No. 19 is a public elementary school in Elizabeth, NJ, part of Elizabeth Public Schools. Woodrow Wilson School No. 19 serves approximately 559 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodrow Wilson School No. 19 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,124 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Woodrow Wilson School No. 19 show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.59 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-21.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.3 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+10.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,711
Chronic Absenteeism17%

Woodrow Wilson School No. 19 — Students at Woodrow Wilson School No. 19 score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

81.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 25.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 41.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 53 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
51%
ELA
41%
2010
Math
53%
ELA
39%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
39%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
50%
ELA
43%
2014
Math
19%
ELA
26%
2015
Math
23%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
36%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
21%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
21%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
4%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
4%
ELA
31%
2022
Math
9%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
21.6%
ELA
40.4%
2025
Math
20%
ELA
45.2%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Woodrow Wilson School No. 19 Compares

See how Woodrow Wilson School No. 19 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
55th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
6.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
82%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.0%

Location

529 EDGAR RD, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodrow Wilson School No. 19 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 (rated 8.7/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mabel G. Holmes School No. 5 (rated 6.7/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Winfield Scott School No. 2 (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Elizabeth, see our Elizabeth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Frances C. Smith Early Childhood Center No 50 Elizabeth 0.2 mi 5.5
Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 Elizabeth 0.2 mi 8.7
K. Johnson D. Vaughan and M. Jackson STEM Academy Elizabeth 0.5 mi 3.4
Mabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Elizabeth 0.5 mi 6.7
Thomas A. Edison Career and Technical Academy Elizabeth 0.5 mi 5.0
Abraham Lincoln School No. 14 Elizabeth 0.6 mi 6.0
Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy Elizabeth 0.7 mi 4.8
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy Elizabeth 0.7 mi 4.0
J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy Elizabeth 0.8 mi 5.6
Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy Elizabeth 0.9 mi 4.6
William F. Halloran School No.22 Elizabeth 0.8 mi 8.0
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy Elizabeth 1.1 mi 7.8
Elizabeth High School - Frank J Cicarell Academy Elizabeth 1.0 mi 8.2
Winfield Scott School No. 2 Elizabeth 1.0 mi 6.7
Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 Elizabeth 1.0 mi 5.9
Number 4 Linden 1.0 mi 4.6
Christopher Columbus School No. 15 Elizabeth 1.0 mi 6.6
JEWISH EDUCATIONAL CENTER LOWER SCHOOL Elizabeth 1.2 mi 4.5
Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27 Elizabeth 1.4 mi 6.3
Elmora School No. 12 Elizabeth 1.3 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,071

Median Home Value

$358,000

Median Rent

$1,508/mo

Population

44,638

College Educated

12.6%

Homeownership

26.2%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

12.3%

Median Age

36.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodrow Wilson School No. 19

What grades does Woodrow Wilson School No. 19 serve?

Woodrow Wilson School No. 19 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Woodrow Wilson School No. 19?

Woodrow Wilson School No. 19 has an enrollment of approximately 559 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodrow Wilson School No. 19?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodrow Wilson School No. 19 is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodrow Wilson School No. 19 rank in NJ?

Woodrow Wilson School No. 19 ranks #1,124 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Woodrow Wilson School No. 19's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodrow Wilson School No. 19 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Woodrow Wilson School No. 19?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodrow Wilson School No. 19 has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Woodrow Wilson School No. 19 a charter school?

No, Woodrow Wilson School No. 19 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Woodrow Wilson School No. 19 a Title I school?

No, Woodrow Wilson School No. 19 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodrow Wilson School No. 19?

81.8% of students at Woodrow Wilson School No. 19 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
83 Very Walkable
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
559
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
81.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Union County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.0%

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