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Blairstown Elementary School

Elementary School · Blairstown Elementary Township School District

1 SUNSET HILL ROAD P O BOX E, Blairstown, NJ 07825

Enrollment

425

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,679 of 2,466

In Blairstown

#3 of 3

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5.6/10

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About Blairstown Elementary School

Blairstown Elementary School is a public elementary school in Blairstown, NJ, part of Blairstown Elementary Township School District. Blairstown Elementary School serves approximately 425 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Blairstown Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,679 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Blairstown Elementary School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Blairstown Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Blairstown Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Blairstown Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-9.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.5 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-22.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,809
Chronic Absenteeism16%

Blairstown Elementary School — Students at Blairstown Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

14.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 47.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 48.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 45 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
81%
ELA
65%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
70%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
44%
2024
Math
36%
ELA
38.7%
2025
Math
38.6%
ELA
37.4%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Blairstown Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
32th percentile in NJ
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
6.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
14%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.0%

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

1 SUNSET HILL ROAD P O BOX E, Blairstown, NJ 07825

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Blairstown Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stillwater Township School (rated 8.7/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Stillwater), which scores notably higher. Another option is Central Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Great Meadows), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Frelinghuysen Township Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Newton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Blairstown, see our Blairstown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.9 mi
School Distance Rating
CHILDREN'S CENTER Blairstown 0.2 mi
BLAIR ACADEMY Blairstown 0.6 mi 7.5
Ridge and Valley Charter School Blairstown 1.0 mi 7.1
North Warren Regional School Blairstown 1.8 mi 6.9
Hope Township School Hope 5.0 mi 5.3
Frelinghuysen Township Elementary School Newton 4.4 mi 7.4
Stillwater Township School Stillwater 5.6 mi 8.7
Central Elementary School Great Meadows 8.0 mi 8.2
Great Meadows Regional Middle School Great Meadows 8.1 mi 5.8
Knowlton Township Board of Education Delaware 8.6 mi 6.8
Fredon Township School Newton 8.0 mi 6.0
Allamuchy Township School Allamuchy 8.4 mi 5.2
Mountain Villa School Allamuchy 8.7 mi 5.1
TCELC East Stroudsburg 8.9 mi
Green Hills School Greendell 8.3 mi 5.2
White Township Consolidated School Belvidere 10.8 mi 5.6
TRANQUILITY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Andover 8.8 mi
Resica El Sch East Stroudsburg 10.3 mi 4.4
Smithfield El Sch East Stroudsburg 9.4 mi 7.0
Willow Grove Elementary School Hackettstown 10.9 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07825 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$123,355

Median Home Value

$410,700

Median Rent

$1,692/mo

Population

9,271

College Educated

40.8%

Homeownership

91.4%

Avg Commute

37 min

Poverty Rate

4.5%

Median Age

48.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Blairstown Elementary School

What grades does Blairstown Elementary School serve?

Blairstown Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Blairstown Elementary School?

Blairstown Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 425 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Blairstown Elementary School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Blairstown Elementary School rank in NJ?

Blairstown Elementary School ranks #1,679 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Blairstown Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Blairstown Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Blairstown Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Blairstown Elementary School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Blairstown Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Blairstown Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

14.1% of students at Blairstown 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
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
14.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Warren County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.0%

District

Blairstown Elementary Township School District
District Enrollment
428
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,809
District Rank
#1 of 1

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