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First Avenue School

214 First Ave, Newark, NJ 07107, United States
+1 (973) 268-5240
http://www.nps.k12.nj.us/01a
3.7
Overall Rating

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First Avenue School Overview

About This School

First Avenue School is a public middle in Newark, New Jersey, serving 1,084 students in grades PK-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 44% proficiency in ELA and 30% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 14:1 student-teacher ratio with 76 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $77,741. Additionally, the school provides support through a ratio of 542 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 50% male and 50% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 89% Hispanic, 5% Black, 2% White, and 1% Asian.

1,084
Total Students
PK-8
14:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
76 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts44%
Mathematics30%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
PK-8
County
Essex County
Students per Counselor
542:1

First Avenue School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

44%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 31%State Avg: 50%
30%
Mathematics
City Avg: 17%State Avg: 38%
N/A
Science

Class Information

14:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 15.3:1
State Avg: 11.2:1
542
Students per Counselor

First Avenue School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
76

Average Teacher Salary

$77,741
City Avg: $76,011
State Avg: $83,715

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Students per Counselor542:1

First Avenue School Student Demographics

Student Body

50.28%
Male
49.72%
Female
Total Enrollment: 1,084 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White1.85%
Hispanic89.3%
Asian1.29%
Black5.35%
Two or More Races0.28%
Native American0.65%

First Avenue School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About First Avenue School

Q: What is First Avenue School?

A: First Avenue School is a middle public located in Newark.

Q: How many students attend First Avenue School?

A: First Avenue School has approximately 1,084 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at First Avenue School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at First Avenue School is 14:1.

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Detailed Information about First Avenue School

First Avenue School is a public middle in Newark, New Jersey, serving 1,084 students in grades PK-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 44% proficiency in ELA and 30% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 14:1 student-teacher ratio with 76 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $77,741. Additionally, the school provides support through a ratio of 542 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 50% male and 50% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 89% Hispanic, 5% Black, 2% White, and 1% Asian.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About First Avenue School - Newark, NJ

Quick Facts about First Avenue School
School NameFirst Avenue School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsPK-8
Location214 First Ave, Newark, NJ 07107, Newark, NJ
CountyEssex County
Phone+1 (973) 268-5240
Total Students1,084
Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Full-Time Teachers76
Rating3.7/10
ELA Proficiency44%
Math Proficiency30%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about First Avenue School

What is First Avenue School?

First Avenue School is a middle public located in Newark.

How many students attend First Avenue School?

First Avenue School has approximately 1,084 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at First Avenue School?

The student-teacher ratio at First Avenue School is 14:1.

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