Serving 397 students in grades Kindergarten-8, School No. 5 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 8% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Math Proficiency: 8%
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
School No. 5's student population of 397 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of School No. 5 is 0.06, 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)
(21-22)8%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
97%
34%
Black
3%
15%
White
n/a
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
96%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
5%
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 schools are School No. 5 often compared to?
School No. 5is often viewed alongside schools like Charles J. Riley/ School 9 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend School No. 5?
397 students attend School No. 5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of School No. 5 students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of School No. 5?
School No. 5 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does School No. 5 offer ?
School No. 5 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is School No. 5 part of?
School No. 5 is part of Passaic City School District.
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