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#1877 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Delia Bolden Elementary School
Elementary School · South Orange-Maplewood School District
518 RIDGEWOOD RD, Maplewood, NJ 07040
Enrollment
481
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.3
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
481
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.3
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,877 of 2,466
In Maplewood
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#10 of 10
South Orange-Maplewood School District
Equity
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Delia Bolden Elementary School
Delia Bolden Elementary School is a public elementary school in Maplewood, NJ, part of South Orange-Maplewood School District. Delia Bolden Elementary School serves approximately 481 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Delia Bolden Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,877 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Delia Bolden Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Delia Bolden Elementary School — Students at Delia Bolden Elementary School score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
7.5%
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
↓ 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: 2.9/10.
How Delia Bolden Elementary School Compares
See how Delia Bolden Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
518 RIDGEWOOD RD, Maplewood, NJ 07040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Delia Bolden Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Mountain Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby S. Orange), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OUR LADY OF SORROWS SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby South Orange), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Maplewood, see our Maplewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Maplewood Middle School Maplewood | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Columbia High School Maplewood | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Tuscan Elementary School Maplewood | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| South Mountain Elementary School S. Orange | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Wyoming School Millburn | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| OUR LADY OF SORROWS SCHOOL South Orange | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Jefferson Elementary Union | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| South Orange Middle School S. Orange | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Clinton Elementary School Maplewood | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| South Mountain School Millburn | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School Maplewood | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Montrose Early Childhood Center South Orange | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Union High School Union | 2.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Marshall Elementary School S. Orange | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Mt Vernon Place School Newark | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| STEM Innovation Academy of the Oranges South Orange | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Hannah Caldwell Elementary Union | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
| SOUTH ORANGE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL South Orange | 1.9 mi | — |
| ST STEPHEN'S PRESCHOOL Millburn | 1.9 mi | — |
| Millburn Middle School Millburn | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$167,428
Median Home Value
$684,600
Median Rent
$2,184/mo
Population
25,406
College Educated
69.4%
Homeownership
76.9%
Avg Commute
39 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Median Age
38.7
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 |
| Benjamin Banneker Academy East Orange, NJ | 5.3 |
| Bradley Elementary School Asbury Park, NJ | 5.3 |
| Cedar Creek Elementary School Lanoka Harbor, NJ | 5.3 |
| Chaplain Charles Watters School Jersey City, NJ | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Delia Bolden Elementary School
What grades does Delia Bolden Elementary School serve?
Delia Bolden Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend Delia Bolden Elementary School?
Delia Bolden Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 481 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Delia Bolden Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Delia Bolden Elementary School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Delia Bolden Elementary School rank in NJ?
Delia Bolden Elementary School ranks #1,877 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Delia Bolden Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Delia Bolden Elementary School 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.
What are the test scores at Delia Bolden Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Delia Bolden Elementary School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Delia Bolden Elementary School a charter school?
No, Delia Bolden Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Delia Bolden Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Delia Bolden Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Delia Bolden Elementary School?
7.5% of students at Delia Bolden 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 481
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 7.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.2%
- Phone
- (973) 378-7696
Resources & Links
District
South Orange-Maplewood School District- District Enrollment
- 7,047
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,104
- District Rank
- #10 of 10
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