Excellent
#371 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 15% in state
Califon Public School
Elementary School · Califon Borough School District
6 SCHOOL STREET, Califon, NJ 07830
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#371 of 2,466
In Califon
#3 of 5
public schools
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Califon Public School
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About Califon Public School
Califon Public School is a public elementary school in Califon, NJ, part of Califon Borough School District. Califon Public School serves approximately 84 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. Califon Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #371 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Califon Public School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 84 students, Califon Public School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6:1 students to teachers, Califon Public School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Califon Public 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
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Califon Public School — Students at Califon Public School score 57% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 9.2/10.
How Califon Public School Compares
See how Califon Public School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6 SCHOOL STREET, Califon, NJ 07830
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Califon Public School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Valley View School (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Round Valley (rated 8.3/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Lebanon), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Flocktown-Kossmann Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Long Valley), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Califon, see our Califon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Valley View School Califon | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Woodglen School Califon | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Voorhees High School Glen Gardner | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Old Turnpike School Califon | 3.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Round Valley Lebanon | 5.0 mi | 8.3 |
| HUNTERDON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Annandale | 5.0 mi | 7.0 |
| High Bridge Elementary School High Bridge | 4.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Tewksbury Elementary School Califon | 3.9 mi | 5.1 |
| High Bridge Middle School High Bridge | 4.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Long Valley Middle School Long Valley | 5.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Lebanon Borough School Lebanon | 5.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Mansfield Township Elementary Port Murray | 5.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Old Farmers Road School Long Valley | 5.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Flocktown-Kossmann Elementary School Long Valley | 6.2 mi | 8.1 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Annandale | 6.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Clinton Township Middle School Clinton | 6.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Hunterdon County Academies Flemington | 7.1 mi | 5.2 |
| North Hunterdon High School Annandale | 7.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Clinton Public School Clinton | 7.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Hampton Borough School Hampton | 6.2 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07830 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$181,023
Median Home Value
$622,400
Median Rent
$1,771/mo
Population
7,451
College Educated
64.4%
Homeownership
95.3%
Avg Commute
35.1 min
Poverty Rate
1.9%
Median Age
50.6
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|---|---|
| FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF PRINCETON Princeton, NJ | 8.0 |
| HOLY SAVIOR ACADEMY South Plainfield, NJ | 8.1 |
| Lake Drive Program for Hearing Impaired Mountain Lakes, NJ | 8.1 |
| Long Beach Island Grade School Ship Bottom, NJ | 8.1 |
| YINGHUA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Kingston, NJ | 8.1 |
| GERRARD BERMAN DAY SCHOOL Oakland, NJ | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Califon Public School
What grades does Califon Public School serve?
Califon Public School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Califon Public School?
Califon Public School has an enrollment of approximately 84 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Califon Public School?
The student-teacher ratio at Califon Public School is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Califon Public School rank in NJ?
Califon Public School ranks #371 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Califon Public School's MySchoolScout rating?
Califon Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Califon Public School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Califon Public School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Califon Public School a charter school?
No, Califon Public School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Califon Public School a Title I school?
No, Califon Public School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 84
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Hunterdon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.4%
- Phone
- (908) 832-2828
Resources & Links
District
Califon Borough School District- District Enrollment
- 85
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $36,628
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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