Serving 555 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Speedway Avenue School 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 6% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Speedway Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Speedway Avenue School's student population of 555 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
555 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Speedway Avenue School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Speedway Avenue School is 0.28, 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
#2093 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
13%
34%
Black
84%
15%
White
n/a
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Speedway Avenue School's ranking?
Speedway Avenue School is ranked #2093 out of 2,201 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Speedway Avenue School?
555 students attend Speedway Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Speedway Avenue School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Speedway Avenue School?
Speedway Avenue School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Speedway Avenue School offer ?
Speedway Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Speedway Avenue School part of?
Speedway Avenue School is part of Newark ÎÛÎÛÂþ» School District.
In what neighborhood is Speedway Avenue School located?
Speedway Avenue School is located in the Lower Vailsburg neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in Lower Vailsburg.
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