Developmental Learning Center New Providence serves 74 students in grades Kindergarten-9.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Developmental Learning Center New Providence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Developmental Learning Center New Providence's student population of 74 students has grown by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Total Students
74 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Developmental Learning Center New Providence is 0.71, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
32%
33%
Black
37%
15%
White
22%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(10-11)<50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Developmental Learning Center New Providence often compared to?
Developmental Learning Center New Providenceis often viewed alongside schools like Crossroads School by visitors of our site.
What is the graduation rate of Developmental Learning Center New Providence?
The graduation rate of Developmental Learning Center New Providence is 50%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 86%.
How many students attend Developmental Learning Center New Providence?
74 students attend Developmental Learning Center New Providence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Developmental Learning Center New Providence students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Developmental Learning Center New Providence?
Developmental Learning Center New Providence has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Developmental Learning Center New Providence offer ?
Developmental Learning Center New Providence offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-9
What school district is Developmental Learning Center New Providence part of?
Developmental Learning Center New Providence is part of Morris-Union Jointure Commission School District.
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