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Grant Elementary School

Elementary School · Dumont Public School District

100 GRANT AVE, Dumont, NJ 07628

Enrollment

452

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,896 of 2,466

In Dumont

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Dumont Public School District

Equity

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Grant Elementary School

5.2/10

Elementary School in Dumont · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Grant Elementary School

Grant Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dumont, NJ, part of Dumont Public School District. Grant Elementary School serves approximately 452 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Grant Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,896 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Grant Elementary School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.78 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+16.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+22.4 pts
Overall Proficiency65% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+2.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment2.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,115
Chronic Absenteeism17.9%

Grant Elementary School — Students at Grant Elementary School score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

10.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 67.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 69.4% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
84%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
59%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
59%
2022
Math
59%
ELA
64%
2024
Math
66.4%
ELA
67.9%
2025
Math
64.4%
ELA
66.3%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Grant Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
23th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
10%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.9%

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

100 GRANT AVE, Dumont, NJ 07628

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grant Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Luther Lee Emerson School (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Demarest), which scores notably higher. Another option is Malcolm S Mackay School (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Tenafly), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Edward H. Bryan (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Cresskill), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dumont, see our Dumont schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Honiss Elementary\Middle School Dumont 0.7 mi 7.2
BERGEN CENTER FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT Haworth 0.9 mi
Haworth Public School Haworth 0.9 mi 8.0
Dumont High School Dumont 0.8 mi 6.4
Luther Lee Emerson School Demarest 0.9 mi 9.2
Jefferson Elementary School Bergenfield 1.1 mi 6.6
Edward H. Bryan Cresskill 0.9 mi 8.7
Selzer Elementary\Middle School Dumont 0.9 mi 7.8
Northern Valley Regional High School at Demarest Demarest 1.2 mi 8.3
Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology Paramus 1.2 mi 3.3
Malcolm S Mackay School Tenafly 1.3 mi 9.0
Lincoln Elementary School Dumont 1.1 mi 6.8
Cresskill High School Cresskill 1.1 mi 6.1
Cresskill Middle School Cresskill 1.1 mi 8.1
THE MONTESSORI HOUSE Tenafly 1.5 mi
Washington Elementary School Bergenfield 1.6 mi 6.0
Tenafly High School Tenafly 1.4 mi 7.1
Tenafly Middle School Tenafly 1.5 mi 7.6
Merritt Memorial Cresskill 1.4 mi 7.6
Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School New Milford 1.4 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07628 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$125,585

Median Home Value

$469,900

Median Rent

$1,778/mo

Population

18,072

College Educated

46.8%

Homeownership

72.2%

Avg Commute

32.5 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

42.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grant Elementary School

What grades does Grant Elementary School serve?

Grant Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Grant Elementary School?

Grant Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 452 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Grant Elementary School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Grant Elementary School rank in NJ?

Grant Elementary School ranks #1,896 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Grant Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Grant Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Grant Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Grant Elementary School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Grant Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Grant Elementary School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grant Elementary School?

10.4% of students at Grant 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
48 Some Transit
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
10.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.9%

District

Dumont Public School District
District Enrollment
2,614
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,115
District Rank
#5 of 5

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