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#1446 of 2,466 schools in NJ
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
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
204
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,446 of 2,466
In Ridgefield Park
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Ridgefield Park Public School District
Equity
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Grant Elementary School
Elementary School in Ridgefield Park · grades Pre-K – 6th. 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 Ridgefield Park, NJ, part of Ridgefield Park Public School District. Grant Elementary School serves approximately 204 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Grant Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,446 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Grant Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8.2:1 students to teachers, Grant Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Grant Elementary School — Students at Grant Elementary School score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 45 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.7/10.
How Grant Elementary School Compares
See how Grant Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
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. Lincoln Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jackson Avenue (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Hackensack), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Moonachie Campus (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Lodi), which scores notably higher. 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 | 6.5 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Ridgefield Park | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Ridgefield Park | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Memorial Middle School Little Ferry | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Washington Elementary School Little Ferry | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| E. Roy Bixby Bogota | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Slocum Skewes School Ridgefield | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| NEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, INC Palisades Park | 1.2 mi | — |
| Shaler Academy Ridgefield | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| YCS GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL Hackensack | 1.6 mi | — |
| Jackson Avenue Hackensack | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Charles R Smith Early Chilhood Center Palisades Park | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Moonachie Campus Lodi | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Robert L. Craig School Moonachie | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Palisades Park | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Bogota Middle School Bogota | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Ridgefield Memorial High School Ridgefield | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Memorial School South Hackensack | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Palisades Park Jr-Sr High School Palisades Park | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Bogota Jr./Sr. High School Bogota | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
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
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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 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 ranks #1,446 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Grant Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Grant Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% 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?
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.
Neighborhood Context
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.6%
- Phone
- (201) 641-0441
Resources & Links
District
Ridgefield Park Public School District- District Enrollment
- 2,144
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,468
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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