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#258 of 2,463 schools in NJ

Top 10% in state

Grant Elementary School

Elementary School · Ridgefield Park Public School District

104 HENRY ST, Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660

Enrollment

204

Student-Teacher

8.2:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Ridgefield Park

#1 of 4

public schools

New Jersey elementary schools

#170 of 1,496

In district

#1 of 4

Ridgefield Park Public School District

Equity

8.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Grant Elementary School

Grant Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ridgefield Park, NJ, part of the Ridgefield Park Public School District. The school serves approximately 204 students in grades Pre-K – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 8.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 89.6th percentile among NJ schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 48% proficiency in math, 5 points above the state average and 50% in reading/language arts, 0 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.2/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $98,184, where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 8.2:1, Grant Elementary School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+0.16 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47%
Reading/ELA Proficiency52%
Math vs. State Avg-0.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.1 pts
Overall Proficiency50%
Expected (poverty-adj.)31%
vs. Expected+18.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,623

Grant Elementary School — Students at Grant Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 47.9%
School
State
42.6%
ELA Proficiency 50.1%
School
State
50.4%

Based on 15 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
53.5%
ELA
52.5%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Grant Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.2/10
90th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.3/10
8.3/10
Growth
8.2/10
Above average
Environment
7.9/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers

Location

104 HENRY ST, Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grant Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Robert L. Craig School (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Moonachie), with a very similar rating. Another option is Lincoln Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Roosevelt Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Ridgefield Park, see our Ridgefield Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Ridgefield Park Jr Sr High School Ridgefield Park 0.9 mi 4.7
Lincoln Elementary School Ridgefield Park 1.0 mi 8.1
Roosevelt Elementary School Ridgefield Park 1.0 mi 8.1
Memorial Middle School Little Ferry 1.0 mi 5.1
Washington Elementary School Little Ferry 1.1 mi 7.7
E. Roy Bixby Bogota 1.5 mi 4.8
Slocum Skewes School Ridgefield 1.3 mi 6.8
NEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, INC Palisades Park 1.2 mi
Shaler Academy Ridgefield 1.5 mi 8.1
YCS GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL Hackensack 1.6 mi
Jackson Avenue Hackensack 1.5 mi 6.4
Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center Palisades Park 1.3 mi 5.4
Moonachie Campus Lodi 1.4 mi 8.1
Robert L. Craig School Moonachie 1.4 mi 8.4
NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Palisades Park 1.4 mi 6.6
Bogota Middle School Bogota 1.9 mi 7.6
Ridgefield Memorial High School Ridgefield 1.6 mi 7.1
Memorial School South Hackensack 1.8 mi 7.4
Palisades Park Jr-Sr High School Palisades Park 1.6 mi 4.2
Bogota Jr./Sr. High School Bogota 2.1 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07660 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,184

Median Home Value

$459,400

Median Rent

$1,633/mo

Population

13,167

College Educated

35.5%

Homeownership

57.3%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

13%

Median Age

38

Community Profile

The community surrounding Grant Elementary School has a median household income of $98,184. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $459,400, with a median rent of $1,633/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.0%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Apshawa Elementary School West Milford, NJ 8.2
James F. Cooper Elementary School Cherry Hill, NJ 8.2
John A. Forrest Elementary School Fair Lawn, NJ 8.2
Mark Newbie Elementary School Collingswood, NJ 8.2
Paradise Knoll Elementary School Oak Ridge, NJ 8.2
Raritan Valley School Hazlet, NJ 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grant Elementary School

What grades does Grant Elementary School serve?

Grant Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Grant Elementary School?

Grant Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 204 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Grant Elementary School is 8.2:1. 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 is ranked #258 out of 2,463 schools in NJ.

What is Grant Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Grant Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Grant Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Grant Elementary School has 47.9% math proficiency and 50.1% reading/ELA proficiency.

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?

56.4% 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
66 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (1,127/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Ridgefield Park). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
204
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Ridgefield Park Public School District
District Enrollment
2,144
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,468
District Rank
#1 of 4

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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