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E. Roy Bixby

Elementary School · Bogota Public School District

25 FISCHER AVE, Bogota, NJ 07603

Enrollment

306

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,944 of 2,466

In Bogota

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

Bogota Public School District

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E. Roy Bixby

5.1/10

Elementary School in Bogota · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.2/10

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About E. Roy Bixby

E. Roy Bixby is a public elementary school in Bogota, NJ, part of Bogota Public School District. E.

Roy Bixby serves approximately 306 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. E. Roy Bixby has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,944 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for E. Roy Bixby show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-7.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.1 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+3.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,576
Chronic Absenteeism15.4%

E. Roy Bixby — Students at E. Roy Bixby score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 54.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 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
77%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
40.4%
ELA
45.5%
2025
Math
40.2%
ELA
40.8%

* 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: 4.2/10.

How E. Roy Bixby Compares

See how E. Roy Bixby performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
21th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
5.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.4%

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

25 FISCHER AVE, Bogota, NJ 07603

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering E. Roy Bixby may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Teaneck Community Charter school (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Teaneck), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Ridgefield Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jackson Avenue (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Hackensack), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bogota, see our Bogota schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Bogota Middle School Bogota 0.4 mi 6.2
Lincoln Elementary School Ridgefield Park 0.5 mi 8.5
Bogota Jr./Sr. High School Bogota 0.6 mi 7.2
Lillian M. Steen Bogota 0.7 mi 6.1
Roosevelt Elementary School Ridgefield Park 0.7 mi 6.7
YCS GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL Hackensack 0.7 mi
Jackson Avenue Hackensack 0.8 mi 8.2
Teaneck Community Charter school Teaneck 1.0 mi 8.7
Ridgefield Park Jr Sr High School Ridgefield Park 1.0 mi 6.5
ACADEMY OF GREATNESS AND EXCELLENCE Teaneck 1.3 mi 6.9
Memorial School South Hackensack 1.0 mi 5.8
Thomas Jefferson Middle School Teaneck 1.3 mi 7.4
Grant Elementary School Ridgefield Park 1.5 mi 6.1
HEICHAL HATORAH Teaneck 1.5 mi 6.7
Hackensack Middle School Hackensack 1.6 mi 6.7
Memorial Middle School Little Ferry 1.7 mi 7.6
Nathaniel Hawthorne Elementary School Teaneck 1.4 mi 6.2
Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School Teaneck 1.6 mi 3.7
Washington Elementary School Little Ferry 1.7 mi 4.2
James Russell Lowell Elementary School Teaneck 1.9 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07603 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,321

Median Home Value

$443,400

Median Rent

$1,893/mo

Population

9,110

College Educated

34.3%

Homeownership

68.5%

Avg Commute

30.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

42.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about E. Roy Bixby

What grades does E. Roy Bixby serve?

E. Roy Bixby serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend E. Roy Bixby?

E. Roy Bixby has an enrollment of approximately 306 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at E. Roy Bixby?

The student-teacher ratio at E. Roy Bixby 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 E. Roy Bixby rank in NJ?

E. Roy Bixby ranks #1,944 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is E. Roy Bixby's MySchoolScout rating?

E. Roy Bixby has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 E. Roy Bixby?

Based on loaded state assessment records, E. Roy Bixby has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is E. Roy Bixby a charter school?

No, E. Roy Bixby is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is E. Roy Bixby a Title I school?

No, E. Roy Bixby is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for E. Roy Bixby?

54.6% of students at E. Roy Bixby 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
72 Very Walkable
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.4%

District

Bogota Public School District
District Enrollment
1,411
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,576
District Rank
#4 of 4

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