Serving 318 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Grover Cleveland Elementary 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 6% (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 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grover Cleveland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Grover Cleveland Elementary School's student population of 318 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Grover Cleveland Elementary 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 Grover Cleveland Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#2083 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
23%
34%
Black
77%
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
76%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grover Cleveland Elementary School's ranking?
Grover Cleveland Elementary School is ranked #2083 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?
6% 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 Grover Cleveland Elementary School?
318 students attend Grover Cleveland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Grover Cleveland Elementary School students are Black, and 23% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grover Cleveland Elementary School?
Grover Cleveland Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Grover Cleveland Elementary School offer ?
Grover Cleveland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Grover Cleveland Elementary School part of?
Grover Cleveland Elementary School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Grover Cleveland Elementary School located?
Grover Cleveland Elementary School is located in the Springfield And Belmont neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 10 other public schools located in Springfield And Belmont.
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