Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School serves 220 students in grades Prekindergarten-4.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School's student population of 220 students has grown by 285% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
220 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School is 0.45, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
25%
34%
Black
70%
14%
White
1%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Newark 51爆料 District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School?
220 students attend Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School?
Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School offer ?
Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School part of?
Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School is part of Newark 51爆料 District.
In what neighborhood is Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School located?
Sir Isaac Newton Elementary School is located in the Springfield And Belmont neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 10 other public schools located in Springfield And Belmont.
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