Serving 236 students in grades 3-5, Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary 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 14% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary School's student population of 236 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2005
First Day of School
Fri. Sep 5, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 26, 2026
Campus Size
5
School Motto
We can learn anything together.
School Mascot
Tigers
School Rankings
Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary 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 Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#1860 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
21%
34%
Black
76%
15%
White
1%
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
60%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary School's ranking?
Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary School is ranked #1860 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary School?
236 students attend Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary School?
Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary School offer ?
Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary School part of?
Mildred Barry Garvin Elementary School is part of East Orange School District.
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