Very Good
#533 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 22% in state
Charles H. Bullock School
Elementary School · Montclair Public School District
55 Washington Street, Montclair, NJ 07042
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#533 of 2,466
In Montclair
#4 of 8
public schools
In district
#5 of 11
Montclair Public School District
Equity
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Charles H. Bullock School
Charles H. Bullock School is a public elementary school in Montclair, NJ, part of Montclair Public School District. Charles H.
Bullock School serves approximately 428 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Charles H. Bullock School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #533 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Charles H. Bullock School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Charles H. Bullock School — Students at Charles H. Bullock School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11.7%
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: 7.0/10.
How Charles H. Bullock School Compares
See how Charles H. Bullock School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
55 Washington Street, Montclair, NJ 07042
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Charles H. Bullock School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Watchung Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Hillside Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Edgemont Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Montclair, see our Montclair schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Glenfield Middle School Montclair | 0.3 mi | 8.6 |
| FUSION ACADEMY - MONTCLAIR Montclair | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION HIGH SCHOOL Montclair | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Hillside Elementary School Montclair | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Glen Ridge High School Glen Ridge | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| MONTCLAIR COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Montclair | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Renaissance Middle School at the Rand Building Montclair | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Nishuane Elementary School Montclair | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Ridgewood Avenue School Glen Ridge | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Montclair High School Montclair | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Central School Glen Ridge | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Linden Avenue School Glen Ridge | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| THE MONTCLAIR KIMBERLEY ACADEMY Montclair | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Bloomfield High School Bloomfield | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| SAWTELLE LEARNING CENTER Montclair | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Watchung Elementary School Montclair | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Forest Avenue School Glen Ridge | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Edgemont Elementary School Montclair | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| PLAYHOUSE COOP SCHOOL West Orange | 1.4 mi | — |
| MOUNT CARMEL GUILD ACADEMY West Orange | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,083
Median Home Value
$733,100
Median Rent
$2,017/mo
Population
27,173
College Educated
67.1%
Homeownership
50.3%
Avg Commute
33.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
38.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary School Wyckoff, NJ | 7.7 |
| Arthur M. Judd North Brunswick, NJ | 7.7 |
| Belleville PS3 Belleville, NJ | 7.7 |
| Cambridge Park Elementary School Aberdeen, NJ | 7.7 |
| Cleveland Street Elementary School Orange, NJ | 7.7 |
| Connecticut Farms Elementary Union, NJ | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Charles H. Bullock School
What grades does Charles H. Bullock School serve?
Charles H. Bullock School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Charles H. Bullock School?
Charles H. Bullock School has an enrollment of approximately 428 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Charles H. Bullock School?
The student-teacher ratio at Charles H. Bullock School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Charles H. Bullock School rank in NJ?
Charles H. Bullock School ranks #533 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Charles H. Bullock School's MySchoolScout rating?
Charles H. Bullock School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Charles H. Bullock School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Charles H. Bullock School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Charles H. Bullock School a charter school?
No, Charles H. Bullock School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Charles H. Bullock School a Title I school?
No, Charles H. Bullock School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Charles H. Bullock School?
11.7% of students at Charles H. Bullock 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 428
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 11.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.7%
- Phone
- (973) 509-4255
Resources & Links
District
Montclair Public School District- District Enrollment
- 6,192
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,943
- District Rank
- #5 of 11
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