Serving 638 students in grades 1-8, Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 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 15% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19's student population of 638 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Total Students
638 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 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 Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 is 0.10, 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
#1884 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
36%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
49%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%

Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%

Hispanic
95%
34%

Black
4%
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
99%
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 is Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19's ranking?
Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 is ranked #1884 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19?
638 students attend Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19?
Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 offer ?
Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 offers enrollment in grades 1-8
What school district is Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 part of?
Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 is part of Passaic City School District.
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