Serving 635 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Peshine Avenue 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 10% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 635 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peshine Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Peshine Avenue School's student population of 635 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
635 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Peshine Avenue School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peshine Avenue School is 0.51, 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
#2021 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
42%
35%
Black
56%
14%
White
n/a
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peshine Avenue School's ranking?
Peshine Avenue School is ranked #2021 out of 2,184 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Peshine Avenue School?
635 students attend Peshine Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Peshine Avenue School students are Black, 42% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peshine Avenue School?
Peshine Avenue School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Peshine Avenue School offer ?
Peshine Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Peshine Avenue School part of?
Peshine Avenue School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Peshine Avenue School located?
Peshine Avenue School is located in the Weequahic neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 7 other public schools located in Weequahic.
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