First Avenue Elementary School
Grades: PK-8
Students: 1083
Type: Public
GreatSchools Rating
Student-Teacher
Ratio: 15:1
Student-Counselor
Ratio: 569:1
Certified Teachers: 95%
214 1st Avenue
Newark, NJ 07107
Newark, NJ 07107
(973) 268-5240
Additional GreatSchools Ratings
5/10
5/10
NA
Academic ProgressNA
College Readiness6/10
Community Reviews
I am writing to share my concerns regarding my son's experiences at First Avenue School My son was involved in an altercation where he was initially provoked by another student. When he defended himself, it felt as though the staff did not fairly consider his side of the story, prioritizing the othe
Posted by a parent on 1/28/2026To Whom It May Concern,First Avenue School Administration I am writing to formally express my deep concern and dissatisfaction regarding the treatment my child has received at First Avenue School in Newark. The ongoing issues my son has faced have created an environment where he does not feel safe,
Posted by a parent on 11/21/2025Trato con niños especiales horrible racismo ,discriminación aparentan una cosa y es otra equipo de child study team horrible principal de la escuela horrible deberían quitar esta escuela que aceptan niños spectrum los tratan mal no la recomiendo para niños con Autismo no tienen paciencia con ellos.
Posted by a parent on 7/15/2025I really think people should fact check better information before trusting this site when in regards to student success, test scores, and professional data. I’ve not only seen my two sibling, but my two children succeed and excel within this school in all areas. Over a span of 10+ years personally I
Posted by a parent on 6/21/2024School is very welcoming and teaches the students well.
Posted by a community member on 12/13/2023Nearby Schools
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Newark schools - First Avenue Elementary School is located at 214 1st Avenue, Newark NJ 07107. First Avenue Elementary School is in the The Newark Public School District. First Avenue Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels PK-8.
