Serving 474 students in grades Kindergarten-8, School 12 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 4% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
School 12 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
School 12's student population of 474 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
474 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
To create and sustain a community of excellence and respect through collaboration, accountability, and commitment of service to students, families, and selves with the highest integrity.
School Rankings
School 12 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 School 12 is 0.41, 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
#2141 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
73%
35%
Black
25%
14%
White
1%
37%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.3%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is School 12's ranking?
School 12 is ranked #2141 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend School 12?
474 students attend School 12.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of School 12 students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of School 12?
School 12 has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does School 12 offer ?
School 12 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is School 12 part of?
School 12 is part of Paterson Public School District.
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