Serving 605 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Senator Frank Lautenberg 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 2% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (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 99% 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Senator Frank Lautenberg School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Senator Frank Lautenberg School's student population of 605 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
605 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 23, 2026
Campus Size
5 acres
School Rankings
Senator Frank Lautenberg School 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 Senator Frank Lautenberg School is 0.48, 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
#2177 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
64%
35%
Black
34%
14%
White
1%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Paterson Public School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Senator Frank Lautenberg School's ranking?
Senator Frank Lautenberg School is ranked #2177 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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Senator Frank Lautenberg School?
605 students attend Senator Frank Lautenberg School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Senator Frank Lautenberg School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Senator Frank Lautenberg School?
Senator Frank Lautenberg School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Senator Frank Lautenberg School offer ?
Senator Frank Lautenberg School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Senator Frank Lautenberg School part of?
Senator Frank Lautenberg School is part of Paterson Public School District.
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