Very Good
#616 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 25% in state
Apshawa Elementary School
Elementary School · West Milford Township Public School District
140 HIGH CREST DRIVE, West Milford, NJ 07480
Enrollment
250
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
250
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#616 of 2,466
In West Milford
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
West Milford Township Public School District
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Apshawa Elementary School
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About Apshawa Elementary School
Apshawa Elementary School is a public elementary school in West Milford, NJ, part of West Milford Township Public School District. Apshawa Elementary School serves approximately 250 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Apshawa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #616 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Apshawa Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Apshawa Elementary School — Students at Apshawa Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
20.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.
How Apshawa Elementary School Compares
See how Apshawa Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
140 HIGH CREST DRIVE, West Milford, NJ 07480
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Apshawa Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stonybrook Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Kinnelon), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Boulevard School (rated 8.8/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Pompton Plains), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Aaron Decker School (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Butler), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in West Milford, see our West Milford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Aaron Decker School Butler | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Kiel Elementary School Kinnelon | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Kinnelon High School Kinnelon | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Pearl R. Miller Middle School Kinnelon | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| INCLUSIVE LEARNING ACADEMY Kinnelon | 1.7 mi | — |
| Walter T. Bergen Middle School Bloomingdale | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Butler High School Butler | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Samuel R. Donald Elementary School Bloomingdale | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Richard Butler School Butler | 2.4 mi | 8.8 |
| SHEPARD SCHOOL Kinnelon | 3.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Maple Road Elementary School West Milford | 3.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Stonybrook Elementary School Kinnelon | 3.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Martha B. Day Elementary School Bloomingdale | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Macopin Middle School West Milford | 4.0 mi | 7.6 |
| West Milford High School West Milford | 4.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Riverdale School Riverdale | 4.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Haskell Elementary School Haskell | 4.1 mi | 5.1 |
| CHANCELLOR ACADEMY Pompton Plains | 4.7 mi | 6.9 |
| North Boulevard School Pompton Plains | 4.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Lenox School Pompton Lakes | 4.4 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07480 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,056
Median Home Value
$362,200
Median Rent
$1,433/mo
Population
14,440
College Educated
39.8%
Homeownership
89.9%
Avg Commute
38.1 min
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Median Age
48.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Apshawa Elementary School
What grades does Apshawa Elementary School serve?
Apshawa Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Apshawa Elementary School?
Apshawa Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 250 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Apshawa Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Apshawa Elementary School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Apshawa Elementary School rank in NJ?
Apshawa Elementary School ranks #616 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Apshawa Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Apshawa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Apshawa Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Apshawa Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Apshawa Elementary School a charter school?
No, Apshawa Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Apshawa Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Apshawa Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Apshawa Elementary School?
20.4% of students at Apshawa Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 250
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 20.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.4%
- Phone
- (973) 838-6515
Resources & Links
District
West Milford Township Public School District- District Enrollment
- 2,974
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,680
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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