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Bee Meadow School
Elementary School · Hanover Township School District
120 Reynolds Avenue, Whippany, NJ 07981
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,371 of 2,466
In Whippany
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Hanover Township School District
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Bee Meadow School
Bee Meadow School is a public elementary school in Whippany, NJ, part of Hanover Township School District. Bee Meadow School serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Bee Meadow School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,371 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Bee Meadow School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Bee Meadow School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Bee Meadow School — Students at Bee Meadow School score 57% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10.3%
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: 4.6/10.
How Bee Meadow School Compares
See how Bee Meadow 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
120 Reynolds Avenue, Whippany, NJ 07981
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bee Meadow School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Troy Hills Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Parsippany), which scores notably higher. Another option is ARROW ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALL SAINTS ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Parsippany), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Whippany, see our Whippany schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Memorial Junior School Whippany | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| THE CALAIS SCHOOL Whippany | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| INSPIRE KIDS Whippany | 0.8 mi | — |
| ARROW ACADEMY Whippany | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| WINSTON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Whippany | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Troy Hills Elementary School Parsippany | 1.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Whippany Park High School Whippany | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Salem Drive School Whippany | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Central Middle School Parsippany | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Parsippany | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Eastlake Elementary School Parsippany | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| PG CHAMBERS SCHOOL Cedar Knolls | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Northvail Elementary School Parsippany | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Parsippany High School Parsippany | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Hanover Park High School East Hanover | 2.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Lake Parsippany Elementary School Parsippany | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Central Elementary School East Hanover | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| THE MONTESSORI CHILDRENS ACADEMY Florham Park | 3.3 mi | — |
| Lake Hiawatha Elementary School Parsippany | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Brooklawn Middle School Parsippany | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07981 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$153,329
Median Home Value
$611,300
Median Rent
$2,619/mo
Population
8,908
College Educated
55%
Homeownership
88.9%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Median Age
49.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beverly City School District Beverly, NJ | 6.2 |
| CLIFTON CHEDER, INC. Clifton, NJ | 6.2 |
| Clinton Elementary School Plainfield, NJ | 6.2 |
| Dr. Charles P. DeFuccio School Jersey City, NJ | 6.2 |
| EASTERN CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Midland Park, NJ | 6.2 |
| Francis A. Desmares Elementary School Flemington, NJ | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bee Meadow School
What grades does Bee Meadow School serve?
Bee Meadow School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Bee Meadow School?
Bee Meadow School has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bee Meadow School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bee Meadow School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bee Meadow School rank in NJ?
Bee Meadow School ranks #1,371 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Bee Meadow School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bee Meadow School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Bee Meadow School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bee Meadow School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Bee Meadow School a charter school?
No, Bee Meadow School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bee Meadow School a Title I school?
No, Bee Meadow School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bee Meadow School?
10.3% of students at Bee Meadow 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 301
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.6%
- Phone
- (973) 515-2419
Resources & Links
District
Hanover Township School District- District Enrollment
- 1,235
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,190
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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