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Speedway Avenue School

701 South Orange Avenue, Newark, NJ 07106, United States
+1 (973) 374-2740
http://www.nps.k12.nj.us/spd
1.2
Overall Rating

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Speedway Avenue School Overview

About This School

Speedway Avenue School is a public middle in Newark, New Jersey, serving 525 students in grades PK-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 17% proficiency in ELA and 6% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 40 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $77,741. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students are predominantly Black at 78%, followed by 19% Hispanic and 1% identifying as two or more races. The gender distribution is relatively balanced, with 51% male and 49% female students.

525
Total Students
PK-8
12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
40 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts17%
Mathematics6%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
PK-8
County
Essex County
Students per Counselor
525:1

Speedway Avenue School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

17%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 31%State Avg: 50%
6%
Mathematics
City Avg: 17%State Avg: 38%
N/A
Science

Class Information

12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 15.3:1
State Avg: 11.2:1
525
Students per Counselor

Speedway Avenue School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
40

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 Ratio12:1
Students per Counselor525:1

Speedway Avenue School Student Demographics

Student Body

51.43%
Male
48.57%
Female
Total Enrollment: 525 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White0.19%
Hispanic18.67%
Asian0.19%
Black78.48%
Two or More Races1.33%
Native American0.76%

Speedway Avenue School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Speedway Avenue School

Q: What is Speedway Avenue School?

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

Q: How many students attend Speedway Avenue School?

A: Speedway Avenue School has approximately 525 students enrolled.

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

A: The student-teacher ratio at Speedway Avenue School is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about Speedway Avenue School

Speedway Avenue School is a public middle in Newark, New Jersey, serving 525 students in grades PK-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 17% proficiency in ELA and 6% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 40 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $77,741. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students are predominantly Black at 78%, followed by 19% Hispanic and 1% identifying as two or more races. The gender distribution is relatively balanced, with 51% male and 49% female students.

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

Quick Facts about Speedway Avenue School
School NameSpeedway Avenue School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsPK-8
Location701 South Orange Avenue, Newark, NJ 07106, Newark, NJ
CountyEssex County
Phone+1 (973) 374-2740
Total Students525
Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Full-Time Teachers40
Rating1.2/10
ELA Proficiency17%
Math Proficiency6%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Speedway Avenue School

What is Speedway Avenue School?

Speedway Avenue School is a middle public located in Newark.

How many students attend Speedway Avenue School?

Speedway Avenue School has approximately 525 students enrolled.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Speedway Avenue School is 12:1.

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