Serving 326 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Harriet Tubman 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 7% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (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 (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harriet Tubman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Harriet Tubman Elementary School's student population of 326 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
326 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harriet Tubman 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 Harriet Tubman Elementary School is 0.18, 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
#2077 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
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
10%
33%
Black
90%
15%
White
n/a
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harriet Tubman Elementary School's ranking?
Harriet Tubman Elementary School is ranked #2077 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Harriet Tubman Elementary School often compared to?
Harriet Tubman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenfield Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Harriet Tubman Elementary School?
326 students attend Harriet Tubman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Harriet Tubman Elementary School students are Black, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harriet Tubman Elementary School?
Harriet Tubman Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harriet Tubman Elementary School offer ?
Harriet Tubman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Harriet Tubman Elementary School part of?
Harriet Tubman Elementary School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Harriet Tubman Elementary School located?
Harriet Tubman Elementary School is located in the West Side neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 7 other public schools located in West Side.
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