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#3 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 1% in state

Betsy Ross Elementary

Elementary School · Mahwah Township Public School District

20 MALCOLM RD, Mahwah, NJ 07430

Enrollment

248

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

9.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#3 of 2,466

In Mahwah

#1 of 6

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

Mahwah Township Public School District

Equity

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Betsy Ross Elementary

9.7/10

Elementary School in Mahwah · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Betsy Ross Elementary

Betsy Ross Elementary is a public elementary school in Mahwah, NJ, part of Mahwah Township Public School District. Betsy Ross Elementary serves approximately 248 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Betsy Ross Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.7 out of 10 and ranks #3 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Betsy Ross Elementary show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 9.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.4
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+9.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency84% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency90.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+36.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+46.8 pts
Overall Proficiency87% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+22.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,376
Chronic Absenteeism9.3%

Betsy Ross Elementary — Students at Betsy Ross Elementary score 87% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 83.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 81.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 32 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
97.5%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
84.5%
ELA
84.5%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
54.5%
ELA
54.5%
2021*
Math
54.5%
ELA
54.5%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2024
Math
77.3%
ELA
78.4%
2025
Math
84%
ELA
90.7%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How Betsy Ross Elementary Compares

See how Betsy Ross Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.7/10
100th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
6%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.3%

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

20 MALCOLM RD, Mahwah, NJ 07430

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Betsy Ross Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mary A. Hubbard Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Ramsey), with a very similar rating. Another option is Lenape Meadows (rated 9.3/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Edith A. Bogert Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Upper Saddle River), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mahwah, see our Mahwah schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
RICHARD P CONNOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Suffern 1.0 mi 6.1
Mahwah High School Mahwah 0.9 mi 8.1
DON BOSCO PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Ramsey 1.4 mi 4.7
Joyce Kilmer School Mahwah 1.1 mi 5.9
CHEDER BEER YESHAYA Suffern 1.4 mi 6.1
Ramapo Ridge Mahwah 1.2 mi 7.1
Lenape Meadows Mahwah 1.3 mi 9.3
Wesley D Tisdale Elementary School Ramsey 1.9 mi 7.9
Eric S. Smith Middle School Ramsey 1.9 mi 9.3
ONESCHOOL GLOBAL: NEW YORK Airmont 1.6 mi 5.8
SUFFERN MIDDLE SCHOOL Suffern 2.1 mi 6.1
MONTEBELLO ROAD SCHOOL Suffern 2.2 mi 4.2
John Y Dater Elementary School Ramsey 2.4 mi 6.9
Ramsey High School Ramsey 2.5 mi 6.8
ACADEMY OF SAINT PAUL Ramsey 2.9 mi 6.4
CHERRY LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Suffern 2.3 mi 5.5
SAGE DAY SCHOOL AT MAHWAH Mahwah 2.5 mi
Mary A. Hubbard Elementary School Ramsey 3.3 mi 9.4
Robert D Reynolds Primary School Upper Saddle River 2.9 mi 7.9
Edith A. Bogert Elementary School Upper Saddle River 3.0 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07430 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$128,125

Median Home Value

$590,400

Median Rent

$2,301/mo

Population

25,375

College Educated

59.7%

Homeownership

81.3%

Avg Commute

30.7 min

Poverty Rate

2.6%

Median Age

48.1

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Harding Township School New Vernon, NJ 9.6
Parkway Elementary School Paramus, NJ 9.6
Michelle Obama Elementary School Newark, NJ 9.8
Hilldale School Pine Brook, NJ 9.4
Mary A. Hubbard Elementary School Ramsey, NJ 9.4
River Plaza Elementary School Red Bank, NJ 9.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Betsy Ross Elementary

What grades does Betsy Ross Elementary serve?

Betsy Ross Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Betsy Ross Elementary?

Betsy Ross Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 248 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Betsy Ross Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Betsy Ross Elementary is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Betsy Ross Elementary rank in NJ?

Betsy Ross Elementary ranks #3 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Betsy Ross Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Betsy Ross Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.7 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 Betsy Ross Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Betsy Ross Elementary has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Betsy Ross Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Betsy Ross Elementary a Title I school?

No, Betsy Ross Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Betsy Ross Elementary?

6.0% of students at Betsy Ross Elementary 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
49 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
6.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.3%

District

Mahwah Township Public School District
District Enrollment
2,812
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,376
District Rank
#1 of 6

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