Michelle Obama Elementary School serves 169 students in grades Prekindergarten-4.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Michelle Obama Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Michelle Obama Elementary School's student population of 169 students has grown by 74% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 77% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
169 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Michelle Obama Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
11%
34%
Black
88%
15%
White
n/a
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Michelle Obama Elementary School?
169 students attend Michelle Obama Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Michelle Obama Elementary School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Michelle Obama Elementary School?
Michelle Obama Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Michelle Obama Elementary School offer ?
Michelle Obama Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Michelle Obama Elementary School part of?
Michelle Obama Elementary School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Michelle Obama Elementary School located?
Michelle Obama Elementary School is located in the West Side neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 7 other public schools located in West Side.
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