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#1020 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 41% in state

Bartle Elementary School

Elementary School · Highland Park Boro School District

435 MANSFIELD STREET, Highland Park, NJ 08904

Enrollment

433

Student-Teacher

9:1

Score

6.8

Grades

2nd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,020 of 2,466

In Highland Park

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Highland Park Boro School District

Academic growth

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Bartle Elementary School

6.8/10

Elementary School in Highland Park · grades 2nd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.9/10

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About Bartle Elementary School

Bartle Elementary School is a public elementary school in Highland Park, NJ, part of Highland Park Boro School District. Bartle Elementary School serves approximately 433 students, and covers grades 2nd-5th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Bartle Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,020 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Bartle Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 9:1 students to teachers, Bartle Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.63 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-8.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.7 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+3.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,262
Chronic Absenteeism21.7%

Bartle Elementary School — Students at Bartle Elementary School score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 52.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 54.6% (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
87%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
61%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
38%
2022
Math
31%
ELA
38%
2024
Math
38.1%
ELA
46.6%
2025
Math
39.4%
ELA
50.6%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Bartle Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
5.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

Location

435 MANSFIELD STREET, Highland Park, NJ 08904

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bartle Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. A Chester Redshaw School (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby New Brunswick), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Paul Robeson Community School for the Arts (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby New Brunswick), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lindeneau Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Edison), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Highland Park, see our Highland Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Highland Park High School Highland Park 0.5 mi 4.9
Highland Park Middle School Highland Park 0.5 mi 7.3
CHILDRENS HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Highland Park 0.4 mi
Irving Primary School Highland Park 0.5 mi 5.6
RABBI PESACH RAYMON YESHIVA Edison 0.9 mi 6.3
John Marshall Elementary School Edison 1.1 mi 5.6
Lindeneau Elementary School Edison 1.0 mi 6.8
Lord Stirling Elementary School New Brunswick 1.0 mi 5.2
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School New Brunswick 1.2 mi 4.0
NEW FRIENDS CHILDCARE & PRESCHOOL Edison 1.2 mi
Thomas Jefferson Middle School Edison 1.6 mi 5.9
Roosevelt Elementary School New Brunswick 1.3 mi 6.5
Paul Robeson Community School for the Arts New Brunswick 1.4 mi 7.2
LITTLE FLOWER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Edison 1.8 mi 5.4
A Chester Redshaw School New Brunswick 1.6 mi 7.5
RUTGERS-LIVINGSTON DAY CARE CENTER Piscataway 2.0 mi
Piscataway Magnet School Piscataway 2.0 mi 8.5
Livingston Elementary School New Brunswick 1.7 mi 5.5
New Brunswick Adult High School New Brunswick 1.6 mi
Lincoln Elementary School New Brunswick 1.6 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08904 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,991

Median Home Value

$463,600

Median Rent

$1,881/mo

Population

14,981

College Educated

70.2%

Homeownership

38.9%

Avg Commute

27.5 min

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Median Age

34.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bartle Elementary School

What grades does Bartle Elementary School serve?

Bartle Elementary School serves students in grades 2nd through 5th.

How many students attend Bartle Elementary School?

Bartle Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 433 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bartle Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bartle Elementary School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bartle Elementary School rank in NJ?

Bartle Elementary School ranks #1,020 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Bartle Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bartle Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Bartle Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bartle Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bartle Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Bartle Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

46.9% of students at Bartle 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
74 Very Walkable
Bike Score
68 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 5th
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

District

Highland Park Boro School District
District Enrollment
1,635
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,262
District Rank
#2 of 4

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