A+
Excellent
94/100

Althea Gibson Academy

📚 Pre-K – K 🏫 Elementary
📍 490 WILLIAM STREET, East Orange, NJ 07017
94
Repit Score
out of 100
131
Students
enrolled
10.5:1
Student:Teacher
ratio
$34K
Per Student
spending

What We Evaluated

👨‍🏫 Class Size 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio
💰 Funding $34,101 per student
🏫 School Type Regular

School Information

Address 490 WILLIAM STREET
City East Orange
ZIP Code 07017
District 3404230
NCES School ID 340423000275
Data Year 2024-25

Community Context for 07017

Understanding the community around Althea Gibson Academy helps evaluate the school environment and neighborhood.

💰 Income & Economy

Median Household Income $60,137
Per Capita Income $30,216
Poverty Rate 13.6%
Households Earning $100K+ 27.6%

🎓 Education Level

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 20.2%
High School or Higher 86.6%

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value $290,300
Median Rent $1,284
Owner-Occupied 30.7%
Renter-Occupied 69.3%
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Student Demographics

Enrollment and demographic breakdown for Althea Gibson Academy.

👫 Gender Distribution

Male 42.8%
Female 57.3%

🌎 Race & Ethnicity

Black 88.6%
Hispanic/Latino 9.9%
White 0.8%
Two or More Races 0.8%

📋 Enrollment Summary

Total Enrollment 131
Teachers (FTE) 12.5
Student:Teacher Ratio 10.5:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Repit School Score for Althea Gibson Academy?
Althea Gibson Academy has a Repit School Score of 94 out of 100, earning a grade of A+. This score evaluates class size (student-teacher ratio), funding levels, and resources rather than just test scores.
How many students attend Althea Gibson Academy?
Althea Gibson Academy has 131 students enrolled for the 2024-25 school year. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.5:1.
What grades does Althea Gibson Academy serve?
Althea Gibson Academy serves grades Pre-K – K and is classified as a Elementary. This is a public school.
How much funding does Althea Gibson Academy receive per student?
Althea Gibson Academy receives $34,101 in per-pupil spending from its district. This is above the national average.
🏠 Rental Market Around Althea Gibson Academy in 07017 ▼
Avg Home Value
$490,332
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,973
1-Year Change
+2.0%
% Renters
69.3%

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Repit Score 100/100
A+

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Repit Score 100/100
A+

Cicely L. Tyson Community Elementary School

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Repit Score 96/100
A+

John L. Costley Middle School

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Repit Score 96/100
A+

Shelia Y. Oliver Academy

Pre-K – 08 • School
Repit Score 96/100
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About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than actual school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention and better student outcomes.
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, teachers, and facilities directly affect education quality.
  • School Environment — School size and structure affect available programs and student experience.

Data source: NCES CCD 2024-25 | Last updated: September 2026