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Englewood on the Palisades Charter School

Elementary School · Englewood on the Palisades Charter School

65 WEST DEMAREST AVENUE, Englewood, NJ 07631

Charter

Enrollment

306

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,107 of 2,466

In Englewood

#6 of 6

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Englewood on the Palisades Charter School

4.7/10

Elementary School in Englewood · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Englewood on the Palisades Charter School

Englewood on the Palisades Charter School is a public elementary school in Englewood, NJ, part of Englewood on the Palisades Charter School. Englewood on the Palisades Charter School serves approximately 306 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Englewood on the Palisades Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,107 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Englewood on the Palisades Charter School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Englewood on the Palisades Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-18.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,102
Chronic Absenteeism19%

Englewood on the Palisades Charter School — Students at Englewood on the Palisades Charter School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 54.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 53 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
67%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
68%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
68%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
35%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
29.8%
ELA
48.9%
2025
Math
29.8%
ELA
44.9%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Englewood on the Palisades Charter School Compares

See how Englewood on the Palisades Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
15th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.0%

Location

65 WEST DEMAREST AVENUE, Englewood, NJ 07631

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Englewood on the Palisades Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Walter Stillman School (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Tenafly), which scores notably higher. Another option is ABILITY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, William Cullen Bryant School (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Teaneck), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Englewood, see our Englewood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
THE FRENCH AMERICAN ACADEMY Englewood 0.0 mi 7.4
ABILITY SCHOOL Englewood 0.3 mi 8.1
Dr. John Grieco Elementary School Englewood 0.4 mi 5.1
Dr. Leroy McCloud Elementary School Englewood 0.6 mi 5.2
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Englewood 0.6 mi
Janis E. Dismus Middle School Englewood 0.6 mi 6.0
Dwight Morrow High School/Academies@Englewood Englewood 0.7 mi 6.1
Donald A. Quarles Early Childhood Center Englewood 0.6 mi 7.6
THE ELISABETH MORROW SCHOOL Englewood 0.8 mi 7.3
Walter Stillman School Tenafly 1.2 mi 8.8
WILBERT F MAYS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Teaneck 0.9 mi 4.7
J Spencer Smith School Tenafly 1.2 mi 6.5
THE MORIAH SCHOOL Englewood 1.3 mi 6.8
FUSION ACADEMY ENGLEWOOD Englewood 1.4 mi
William Cullen Bryant School Teaneck 1.2 mi 8.1
Hoover Elementary School Bergenfield 1.4 mi 6.9
ACADEMY OF OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL Tenafly 1.8 mi 6.7
MAAYANOT YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Teaneck 1.5 mi 6.5
THE MONTESSORI HOUSE Tenafly 1.9 mi
THE COMMUNITY SCHOOL INC. Teaneck 1.5 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07631 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,398

Median Home Value

$497,500

Median Rent

$1,925/mo

Population

29,342

College Educated

45.6%

Homeownership

52.7%

Avg Commute

28.4 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

43

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Englewood on the Palisades Charter School

What grades does Englewood on the Palisades Charter School serve?

Englewood on the Palisades Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Englewood on the Palisades Charter School?

Englewood on the Palisades Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 306 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Englewood on the Palisades Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Englewood on the Palisades Charter School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Englewood on the Palisades Charter School rank in NJ?

Englewood on the Palisades Charter School ranks #2,107 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Englewood on the Palisades Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Englewood on the Palisades Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Englewood on the Palisades Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Englewood on the Palisades Charter School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Englewood on the Palisades Charter School a charter school?

Yes, Englewood on the Palisades Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Englewood on the Palisades Charter School a Title I school?

No, Englewood on the Palisades Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Englewood on the Palisades Charter School?

51.3% of students at Englewood on the Palisades Charter 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
93 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
49 Some Transit
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.0%

District

Englewood on the Palisades Charter School
District Enrollment
306
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,102
District Rank
#1 of 1

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