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#1205 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 49% in state

Grandview Elementary School

Elementary School · North Caldwell School District

35 HAMILTON DR EAST, N. Caldwell, NJ 07006

Enrollment

395

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,205 of 2,466

In N. Caldwell

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

North Caldwell School District

Equity

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Grandview Elementary School

6.5/10

Elementary School in N. Caldwell · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.7/10

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5.5/10

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About Grandview Elementary School

Grandview Elementary School is a public elementary school in N. Caldwell, NJ, part of North Caldwell School District. Grandview Elementary School serves approximately 395 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio.

Grandview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,205 of 2,466 schools in NJ. Structured state assessment records for Grandview Elementary School show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with NJ schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency83% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+35.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+33.1 pts
Overall Proficiency80% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+11.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,085
Chronic Absenteeism16.2%

Grandview Elementary School — Students at Grandview Elementary School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 85.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 80.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 32 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2024
Math
82.3%
ELA
78.9%
2025
Math
83%
ELA
77%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Grandview Elementary School Compares

See how Grandview Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
51th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
5.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.2%

Location

35 HAMILTON DR EAST, N. Caldwell, NJ 07006

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grandview Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North End Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Cedar Grove), which scores notably higher. Another option is Winston S. Churchill School (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Fairfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MONARCH MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Little Falls), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in N. Caldwell, see our N. Caldwell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
West Essex Middle School North Caldwell 0.6 mi 7.7
Little Falls Township Public School # 3 Little Falls 0.8 mi 5.5
West Essex High School North Caldwell 0.8 mi 8.2
BANYAN UPPER SCHOOL Little Falls 1.0 mi 6.5
MONARCH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Little Falls 1.0 mi 7.1
Gould/Mountain Elementary School N. Caldwell 1.1 mi 8.7
North End Elementary School Cedar Grove 1.0 mi 8.5
Essex High School Fairfield 1.3 mi
Essex Campus Academy Fairfield 1.3 mi 4.0
Little Falls Township Public School # 1 Little Falls 1.4 mi 7.8
Washington Elementary School West Caldwell 1.9 mi 5.1
Essex Junior Academy Cedar Grove 2.0 mi
Verona High School Verona 2.3 mi 7.0
GLENVIEW ACADEMY Fairfield 1.9 mi 6.7
THE GRAMON SCHOOL Fairfield 1.9 mi 7.4
Frederic N. Brown Elementary School Verona 2.5 mi 4.9
NEW BEGINNINGS Fairfield 1.9 mi 7.8
LAKEVIEW LEARNING CENTER Wayne 2.5 mi
Winston S. Churchill School Fairfield 2.0 mi 7.7
Cedar Grove High School Cedar Grove 2.2 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$148,645

Median Home Value

$667,300

Median Rent

$1,973/mo

Population

26,417

College Educated

64.9%

Homeownership

73.5%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

42.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grandview Elementary School

What grades does Grandview Elementary School serve?

Grandview Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Grandview Elementary School?

Grandview Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 395 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grandview Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Grandview Elementary School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Grandview Elementary School rank in NJ?

Grandview Elementary School ranks #1,205 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Grandview Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Grandview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Grandview Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Grandview Elementary School has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Grandview Elementary School a charter school?

No, Grandview Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Grandview Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Grandview Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.2%

District

North Caldwell School District
District Enrollment
691
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,085
District Rank
#2 of 2

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