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#175 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 7% in state

Arthur Stanlick Elementary School

Elementary School · Jefferson Township Public School District

121 B SHAWNEE TRAIL, Wharton, NJ 07885

Enrollment

396

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#175 of 2,466

In Wharton

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

Jefferson Township Public School District

Academic growth

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Arthur Stanlick Elementary School

8.5/10

Elementary School in Wharton · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.6/10

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6.0/10

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About Arthur Stanlick Elementary School

Arthur Stanlick Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wharton, NJ, part of Jefferson Township Public School District. Arthur Stanlick Elementary School serves approximately 396 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Arthur Stanlick Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #175 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Arthur Stanlick Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress10.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+15.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-3.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.4 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-10.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,107
Chronic Absenteeism5.8%

Arthur Stanlick Elementary School — Students at Arthur Stanlick Elementary School score 49% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

16.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 50.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
83%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
80%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
40%
2024
Math
32.6%
ELA
33.1%
2025
Math
44.8%
ELA
52.3%

* 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: 10.0/10.

How Arthur Stanlick Elementary School Compares

See how Arthur Stanlick Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
93th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
10.0/10
Excellent
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
16%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

121 B SHAWNEE TRAIL, Wharton, NJ 07885

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Arthur Stanlick Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dennis B O'Brien Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Dover), with a comparable rating. Another option is Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Lake Hopatcong), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Mohawk Avenue School (rated 7.6/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Sparta), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Wharton, see our Wharton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School Lake Hopatcong 1.8 mi 7.6
Edith M. Decker Elementary School Mt. Arlington 3.3 mi 6.0
Jefferson Township Middle School Oak Ridge 3.6 mi 7.2
Academy for Environmental Science Oak Ridge 3.7 mi 6.8
Jefferson Township High School Oak Ridge 3.7 mi 5.0
Catherine A Dwyer Elementary School Wharton 4.2 mi 5.9
Helen Morgan School Sparta 4.3 mi 7.5
Mount Arlington Public School Mt. Arlington 4.5 mi 8.4
Dennis B O'Brien Elementary School Dover 4.9 mi 7.9
Alfred C. MacKinnon Middle School Wharton 5.3 mi 7.9
Marie V. Duffy Elementary School Wharton 5.3 mi 6.7
Dover High School Dover 5.3 mi 5.2
ALPINE MONTESSORI - SPARTA Sparta 5.2 mi
Mohawk Avenue School Sparta 5.1 mi 7.6
North Dover Elementary School Dover 5.5 mi 4.3
Nixon Elementary School Landing 5.1 mi 5.5
AMERICAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL NORTH CAMPUS Wharton 5.8 mi 6.3
Copeland Middle School Rockaway 5.1 mi 8.4
Birchwood Elementary School Dover 5.7 mi 4.5
Sparta Middle School Sparta 6.0 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07885 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,903

Median Home Value

$345,200

Median Rent

$1,961/mo

Population

11,864

College Educated

38.4%

Homeownership

62.3%

Avg Commute

31.4 min

Poverty Rate

13.4%

Median Age

40.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Arthur Stanlick Elementary School

What grades does Arthur Stanlick Elementary School serve?

Arthur Stanlick Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Arthur Stanlick Elementary School?

Arthur Stanlick Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 396 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Arthur Stanlick Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Arthur Stanlick Elementary School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Arthur Stanlick Elementary School rank in NJ?

Arthur Stanlick Elementary School ranks #175 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Arthur Stanlick Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Arthur Stanlick Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Arthur Stanlick Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Arthur Stanlick Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Arthur Stanlick Elementary School a charter school?

No, Arthur Stanlick Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Arthur Stanlick Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Arthur Stanlick Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Arthur Stanlick Elementary School?

16.2% of students at Arthur Stanlick 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
3 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
16.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Morris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.8%

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