Serving 878 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mt Vernon Place School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 878 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt Vernon Place School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mt Vernon Place School's student population of 878 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
878 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Mt Vernon Place School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt Vernon Place School is 0.60, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1683 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)23%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
51%
34%
Black
36%
15%
White
1%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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
What is Mt Vernon Place School's ranking?
Mt Vernon Place School is ranked #1683 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Mt Vernon Place School?
878 students attend Mt Vernon Place School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Mt Vernon Place School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mt Vernon Place School?
Mt Vernon Place School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mt Vernon Place School offer ?
Mt Vernon Place School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mt Vernon Place School part of?
Mt Vernon Place School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Mt Vernon Place School located?
Mt Vernon Place School is located in the Upper Vailsburg neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 2 other public schools located in Upper Vailsburg.
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