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#963 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 39% in state
Based on limited data
Beechwood School
Elementary School · Mountainside School District
1497 WOODACRES DR, Mountainside, NJ 07092
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NJ statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
260
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
260
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#963 of 2,466
In Mountainside
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Mountainside School District
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Beechwood School
Elementary School in Mountainside · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Beechwood School
Beechwood School is a public elementary school in Mountainside, NJ, part of Mountainside School District. Beechwood School serves approximately 260 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Beechwood School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #963 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
1.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Beechwood School Compares
See how Beechwood 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
1497 WOODACRES DR, Mountainside, NJ 07092
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Beechwood School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wilson Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Westfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Howard B. Brunner Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Scotch Plains), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Franklin Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Westfield), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mountainside, see our Mountainside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Franklin Elementary School Westfield | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Hillcrest Academy-North Scotch Plains | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Deerfield Elementary School Mountainside | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Evergreen Elementary School Scotch Plains | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Governor Livingston High School Berkeley Heights | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Scotch Plains | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Howard B. Brunner Elementary School Scotch Plains | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Roosevelt Intermediate School Westfield | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| KINDERPREP Westfield | 1.8 mi | — |
| Wilson Elementary School Westfield | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| PNS&K Westfield | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| WESTFIELD DAYCARE CENTER Westfield | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| WESLEY HALL SCHOOL FOR ERLY CHILDHOOD KINDERGARTEN Westfield | 1.8 mi | — |
| ST BARTHOLOMEW ACADEMY Scotch Plains | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| KOHLER ACADEMY Mountainside | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| WESTFIELD AREA Y KINDERGARTEN Westfield | 1.8 mi | — |
| ST PAULS DAY SCHOOL Westfield | 1.8 mi | 3.8 |
| COMPASS SCHOOL HOUSE Westfield | 1.8 mi | — |
| HOLY TRINITY Westfield | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| McKinley Elementary School Westfield | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07092 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$210,100
Median Home Value
$755,600
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
6,967
College Educated
66.2%
Homeownership
86.9%
Avg Commute
38.9 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
48.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Belleville PS10 Belleville, NJ | 6.9 |
| Downe Township Elementary School Newport, NJ | 6.9 |
| George Washington School Edgewater, NJ | 6.9 |
| Harrison Elementary School Roselle, NJ | 6.9 |
| Hoover Elementary School Bergenfield, NJ | 6.9 |
| Jefferson Elementary School Summit, NJ | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Beechwood School
What grades does Beechwood School serve?
Beechwood School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Beechwood School?
Beechwood School has an enrollment of approximately 260 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Beechwood School?
The student-teacher ratio at Beechwood School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Beechwood School rank in NJ?
Beechwood School ranks #963 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Beechwood School's MySchoolScout rating?
Beechwood School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Beechwood School a charter school?
No, Beechwood School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Beechwood School a Title I school?
No, Beechwood School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Beechwood School?
1.2% of students at Beechwood 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 260
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 1.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.5%
- Phone
- (908) 301-9104
Resources & Links
District
Mountainside School District- District Enrollment
- 760
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,457
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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