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Berkley Street School
Elementary School · New Milford Public School District
812 BERKLEY STREET, New Milford, NJ 07646
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,966 of 2,466
In New Milford
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
New Milford Public School District
Equity
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Berkley Street School
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About Berkley Street School
Berkley Street School is a public elementary school in New Milford, NJ, part of New Milford Public School District. Berkley Street School serves approximately 434 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Berkley Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,966 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Berkley Street School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Berkley Street School — Students at Berkley Street School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19.1%
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: 3.4/10.
How Berkley Street School Compares
See how Berkley Street 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
812 BERKLEY STREET, New Milford, NJ 07646
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Berkley Street School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Franklin Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Bergenfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PETER ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby River Edge), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Milford, see our New Milford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOVNANIAN SCHOOL New Milford | 0.1 mi | 6.4 |
| SINAI SCHOOL AT RYNJ River Edge | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| YESHIVA OF NORTH JERSEY River Edge | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| SOLOMON SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL OF BERGEN CO New Milford | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Roosevelt School River Edge | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Cherry Hill School River Edge | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| New Milford High School New Milford | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| David E. Owens Middle School New Milford | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Bergenfield High School Bergenfield | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| INSTITUTE FOR EDUCATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT New Milford | 1.1 mi | — |
| River Dell Middle School River Edge | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Bergenfield | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Franklin Elementary School Bergenfield | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| NEW BEGINNINGS AT GRACE LUTHERAN River Edge | 1.3 mi | — |
| River Dell Regional High School Oradell | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School New Milford | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| ST PETER ACADEMY River Edge | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Oradell | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School Teaneck | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Dumont | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07646 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,513
Median Home Value
$554,800
Median Rent
$1,722/mo
Population
16,882
College Educated
48%
Homeownership
62.7%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
39.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beachwood Elementary School Beachwood, NJ | 5.1 |
| Ben Franklin Elementary Lawrenceville, NJ | 5.1 |
| Central Elementary School Orange, NJ | 5.1 |
| Dr. John Grieco Elementary School Englewood, NJ | 5.1 |
| E. Roy Bixby Bogota, NJ | 5.1 |
| George E. Wilson Elementary School Hamilton, NJ | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Berkley Street School
What grades does Berkley Street School serve?
Berkley Street School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Berkley Street School?
Berkley Street School has an enrollment of approximately 434 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Berkley Street School?
The student-teacher ratio at Berkley Street School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Berkley Street School rank in NJ?
Berkley Street School ranks #1,966 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Berkley Street School's MySchoolScout rating?
Berkley Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Berkley Street School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Berkley Street School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Berkley Street School a charter school?
No, Berkley Street School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Berkley Street School a Title I school?
No, Berkley Street School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Berkley Street School?
19.1% of students at Berkley Street 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
- 434
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.1%
- Phone
- (201) 262-0191
Resources & Links
District
New Milford Public School District- District Enrollment
- 2,037
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,724
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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