Serving 612 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Edward T. Bowser Sr. School Of Excellence 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 11% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edward T. Bowser Sr. School Of Excellence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Edward T. Bowser Sr. School Of Excellence's student population of 612 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
612 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 26, 2026
School Rankings
Edward T. Bowser Sr. School Of Excellence ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edward T. Bowser Sr. School Of Excellence is 0.61, 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
#1940 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
46%
35%
Black
41%
14%
White
12%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
East Orange School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edward T. Bowser Sr. School Of Excellence's ranking?
Edward T. Bowser Sr. School Of Excellence is ranked #1940 out of 2,184 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Edward T. Bowser Sr. School Of Excellence?
612 students attend Edward T. Bowser Sr. School Of Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Edward T. Bowser Sr. School Of Excellence students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edward T. Bowser Sr. School Of Excellence?
Edward T. Bowser Sr. School Of Excellence has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Edward T. Bowser Sr. School Of Excellence offer ?
Edward T. Bowser Sr. School Of Excellence offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edward T. Bowser Sr. School Of Excellence part of?
Edward T. Bowser Sr. School Of Excellence is part of East Orange School District.
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