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Best Elementary Schools in NEWARK, NJ
2026 List

Moonpreneur’s rating is based primarily on the STEM performance of the School using the Math Score of the School. We also take into account the Student teacher ratio, the review and rating by others. Read more on how STEM ranking was calculated.

Moonpreneur’s rating is based primarily on the STEM performance of the School using the Math Score of the School. We collect the data from government agencies and also take into account the Student teacher ratio, the review and rating by others.. Read more on how STEM ranking was calculated.

Best Elementary Schools in NEWARK, NJ
(2026 List)

Moonpreneur’s rating is based primarily on the STEM performance of the School using the Math Score of the School. We also take into account the Student teacher ratio, the review and rating by others. Read more on how STEM ranking was calculated.

Newark Public Schools educates approximately 26,600 elementary students across 45 district-run schools, with a 15:1 student–teacher ratio, serving a diverse population (~93% minority) in 2024–25. Districtwide proficiency rates remain low—just 24% in reading and 14% in math, significantly below New Jersey averages (~49% reading, ~36% math).However, some campuses are making notable progress: Park Elementary achieved 58.7% third-grade reading proficiency, while Ivy Hill Elementary reached 45.5%, both exceeding the state average.District leaders launched a 10-Point Literacy Plan focused on prenatal to third-grade intervention, and adopted structured reading curricula like SIPPS and Wilson Fundations to boost skills. Though Newark remains under a state-approved improvement plan, gains in literacy and math –– reflect dedicated reforms and emerging models of success such as Newark Educators Community Charter School, which posted ˜50%. You can explore the best middle schools in Newark. Read more