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#1865 of 2,466 schools in NJ
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Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center
Elementary School · Palisades Park School District
270 FIRST STREET, Palisades Park, NJ 07650
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NJ statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
261
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
261
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,865 of 2,466
In Palisades Park
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
Palisades Park School District
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Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center
Elementary School in Palisades Park · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Notre Dame Academy
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About Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center
Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center is a public elementary school in Palisades Park, NJ, part of Palisades Park School District. Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center serves approximately 261 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,865 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 6.4:1 students to teachers, Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center Compares
See how Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
270 FIRST STREET, Palisades Park, NJ 07650
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. School #4 (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Cliffside Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Shaler Academy (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Ridgefield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, School No. 2 (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Fort Lee), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Palisades Park, see our Palisades Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Palisades Park | 0.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Lindbergh Elementary School Palisades Park | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| NEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, INC Palisades Park | 0.4 mi | — |
| Palisades Park Jr-Sr High School Palisades Park | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Slocum Skewes School Ridgefield | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Anna C. Scott Elementary School Leonia | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Ridgefield Memorial High School Ridgefield | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Lewis F. Cole Middle School Fort Lee | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| School No. 4 Fort Lee | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Bergen Boulevard School Ridgefield | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Shaler Academy Ridgefield | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| CHILDRENS HOME MONTESSORI SCHOOL Cliffside Park | 1.2 mi | — |
| Ridgefield Park Jr Sr High School Ridgefield Park | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| School No. 2 Fort Lee | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| SMALL WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fort Lee | 1.1 mi | — |
| School #6/Middle School Cliffside Park | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| GREEN HOUSE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Fort Lee | 1.3 mi | — |
| CHRIST THE TEACHER ACADEMY Fort Lee | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| School #4 Cliffside Park | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Leonia Middle School Leonia | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07650 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,295
Median Home Value
$704,400
Median Rent
$1,976/mo
Population
20,192
College Educated
53.7%
Homeownership
37.2%
Avg Commute
32.1 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
43.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adlai E. Stevenson School Fairfield, NJ | 5.3 |
| Barley Sheaf Elementary School Flemington, NJ | 5.3 |
| Bradley Elementary School Asbury Park, NJ | 5.3 |
| EDGARTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Newfield, NJ | 5.3 |
| Edith M. Griebling Elementary School Farmingdale, NJ | 5.3 |
| Forest Hill School Camden, NJ | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center
What grades does Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center serve?
Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center?
Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 261 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center rank in NJ?
Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center ranks #1,865 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center a charter school?
No, Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center a Title I school?
No, Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center?
58.6% of students at Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center 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 – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 261
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.0%
- Phone
- (201) 947-2761
Resources & Links
District
Palisades Park School District- District Enrollment
- 1,812
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,597
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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