West Orange Public Schools School District
School District · West Orange, New Jersey
Avg Rating
8.0
out of 10
Schools
13
7 elem, 3 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,340
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Avg Rating
8.0
out of 10
Schools
13
7 elem, 3 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,340
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
How this district compares
New Jersey rank
#39 of 398
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.7
above New Jersey avg
Per-pupil spending
$31,340
+$5,731 vs New Jersey median
District size
7,030 students
Much larger than New Jersey median
About West Orange Public Schools
West Orange Public Schools is a West Orange, New Jersey school district serving 13 schools. The district educates 7,030 students with a student-teacher ratio of 10.7:1. The district invests $31,340 per student annually.
With an average rating of 8.0/10, West Orange Public Schools is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Gregory Elementary School, which has a composite score of 8.7/10.
In standardized testing, West Orange Public Schools students show an average math proficiency of 45.4% and ELA proficiency of 58.4%.
The district includes 7 elementary schools , 3 middle schools , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in West Orange Public Schools, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in West Orange Public Schools with test data.
Schools in West Orange Public Schools
13 schools Elementary Schools 7
Middle Schools 3
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- New Jersey
- City
- West Orange
- Total Enrollment
- 7,030
- Teachers (FTE)
- 655
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in West Orange Public Schools?
West Orange Public Schools has 13 schools in total — 7 elementary, 3 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for West Orange Public Schools?
The average composite rating for West Orange Public Schools is 8.0/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in West Orange Public Schools?
West Orange Public Schools spends $31,340 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in West Orange Public Schools?
The average student-teacher ratio in West Orange Public Schools is 10.7:1.
What is the top-rated school in West Orange Public Schools?
Gregory Elementary School is the highest-rated school in West Orange Public Schools with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What are the test scores in West Orange Public Schools?
Across schools in West Orange Public Schools with test data, the average math proficiency is 45.4% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 58.4%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does West Orange Public Schools compare to other districts in New Jersey?
West Orange Public Schools has an average school rating of 8.0/10 across 13 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in New Jersey by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 8.0/10
- Math Proficiency
- 45.4%
- ELA Proficiency
- 58.4%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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Compare West Orange Public Schools with neighboring districts in the state.
- Newark Public School District (64)
- Paterson Public School District (43)
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- Elizabeth Public Schools (37)
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- Woodbridge Township School District (24)
- Hamilton Township Public School District (23)
- Office of Education Department of Children and Families (21)
- East Orange School District (20)
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- Edison Township School District (19)
- Passaic City School District (19)
- Toms River Regional School District (18)
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- Middletown Township Public School District (16)
- Plainfield Public School District (15)
- Wayne Township Public School District (15)
- Old Bridge Township School District (14)
- Parsippany-troy Hills Township School District (14)
- Union City School District (14)
- Vineland Public School District (14)
- Office of Education Juvenile Justice Commission (13)
- Bayonne School District (13)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Jersey Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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