Serving 726 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Charles J. Riley/ School 9 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 22% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 726 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles J. Riley/ School 9 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Charles J. Riley/ School 9's student population of 726 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
726 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Rankings
Charles J. Riley/ School 9 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 Charles J. Riley/ School 9 is 0.59, 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
#1678 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
41%
34%
Black
3%
15%
White
49%
38%
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
73%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Charles J. Riley/ School 9's ranking?
Charles J. Riley/ School 9 is ranked #1678 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Charles J. Riley/ School 9 often compared to?
Charles J. Riley/ School 9is often viewed alongside schools like School No. 5, School #2 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Charles J. Riley/ School 9?
726 students attend Charles J. Riley/ School 9.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Charles J. Riley/ School 9 students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles J. Riley/ School 9?
Charles J. Riley/ School 9 has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Charles J. Riley/ School 9 offer ?
Charles J. Riley/ School 9 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charles J. Riley/ School 9 part of?
Charles J. Riley/ School 9 is part of Paterson Public School District.
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