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#1797 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Garfield Public Preschool Annex
School · Garfield Public School District
464 OUTWATER LANE, Garfield, NJ 07026
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 8 schools in Garfield. Learn more
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,797 of 2,466
In Garfield
#9 of 11
public schools
In district
#9 of 11
Garfield Public School District
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Garfield Public Preschool Annex
School in Garfield · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Garfield Public Preschool 3 at Headstart
0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Margaret P Muscarelle Child Development Center
0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Garfield Public Preschool Annex
Garfield Public Preschool Annex is a public school in Garfield, NJ, part of Garfield Public School District. Garfield Public Preschool Annex serves approximately 134 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Garfield Public Preschool Annex has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,797 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- NJ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 134 students, Garfield Public Preschool Annex is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.5%
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 Garfield Public Preschool Annex Compares
See how Garfield Public Preschool Annex performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
464 OUTWATER LANE, Garfield, NJ 07026
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garfield Public Preschool Annex may also want to explore other schools in the area. Garfield Public Preschool 3 at Headstart (rated 5.8/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Washington School (rated 5.3/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Saddle Brook), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Garfield, see our Garfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Garfield Public Preschool 3 at Headstart Garfield | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| MARGARET P MUSCARELLE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Garfield | 0.4 mi | — |
| Columbus School Lodi | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Franklin School Saddle Brook | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Thomas Jefferson School #9 Garfield | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Bergen Arts and Sciences Charter School Fair Lawn | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle School Lodi | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Lodi High School Lodi | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Roosevelt School #7 Garfield | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Roosevelt School Lodi | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Christopher Columbus School #8 Garfield | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Washington School Lodi | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Washington School Saddle Brook | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Garfield High School Garfield | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Wilson School Lodi | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| NURSERY RHYMES PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Saddle Brook | 1.0 mi | — |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION HIGH SCHOOL Lodi | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| James Madison School #10 Garfield | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Lodi MS HS Lodi | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| FELICIAN SCHOOL FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN Lodi | 1.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,701
Median Home Value
$454,300
Median Rent
$1,612/mo
Population
32,502
College Educated
24.3%
Homeownership
45.4%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
39
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garfield Public Preschool Annex
What grades does Garfield Public Preschool Annex serve?
Garfield Public Preschool Annex serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Garfield Public Preschool Annex?
Garfield Public Preschool Annex has an enrollment of approximately 134 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garfield Public Preschool Annex?
The student-teacher ratio at Garfield Public Preschool Annex is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garfield Public Preschool Annex rank in NJ?
Garfield Public Preschool Annex ranks #1,797 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Garfield Public Preschool Annex's MySchoolScout rating?
Garfield Public Preschool Annex has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Garfield Public Preschool Annex a charter school?
No, Garfield Public Preschool Annex is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garfield Public Preschool Annex a Title I school?
No, Garfield Public Preschool Annex is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garfield Public Preschool Annex?
42.5% of students at Garfield Public Preschool Annex 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 – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 134
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 0.0%
- Phone
- (973) 272-7470
Resources & Links
District
Garfield Public School District- District Enrollment
- 4,871
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,656
- District Rank
- #9 of 11
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