What types of schools are available in Newark, New Jersey?

Newark, New Jersey offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Newark, New Jersey

Q: How many schools are in Newark, New Jersey?

There are 81 schools in Newark, New Jersey, serving 63,650 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Newark?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Newark, New Jersey, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 81 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

63,650

Total Students

Across Newark

15.3:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

81 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)0 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)0 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)1 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 796 students at People'S Achieve Community Charter School.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 30:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

People'S Achieve Community Charter School

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534 Clinton Avenue, Newark, NJ 07108

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Newark

Newark, New Jersey is home to 81 schools serving over 63,650 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Newark, New Jersey?

There are 81 schools in Newark, serving 63,650 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Newark?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Newark include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Newark?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Newark is 15.3:1.

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