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Haledon Public School

Elementary School · Haledon Public School District

91 HENRY STREET, Haledon, NJ 07508

Enrollment

1,005

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,486 of 2,466

In Haledon

#1 of 2

public schools

Academic growth

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Haledon Public School

6.0/10

Elementary School in Haledon · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Haledon Public School

Haledon Public School is a public elementary school in Haledon, NJ, part of Haledon Public School District. Haledon Public School serves approximately 1,005 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Haledon Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,486 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Haledon Public School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-22 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.2 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+1.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,598
Chronic Absenteeism23.2%

Haledon Public School — Students at Haledon Public School score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

67.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 34.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.0% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 43.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 53 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
73%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
59%
2014
Math
30%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
11%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
11%
ELA
38%
2022
Math
21%
ELA
30%
2024
Math
26.9%
ELA
32.8%
2025
Math
25.9%
ELA
37.7%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Haledon Public School Compares

See how Haledon Public School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
40th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
67%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
94 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.2%

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

91 HENRY STREET, Haledon, NJ 07508

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Haledon Public School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AL-HIKMAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Prospect Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is School 28 (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Paterson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DAWN TREADER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Paterson), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Haledon, see our Haledon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
ST GERARD MAJELLA SCHOOL Paterson 0.3 mi 6.6
School 19 Paterson 0.8 mi 7.1
Passaic County-Manchester Regional High School Haledon 0.8 mi 3.2
School 5 Paterson 1.0 mi 6.6
MARY HELP OF CHRISTIANS ACADEMY North Haledon 1.0 mi 6.8
Diana C. Lobosco STEM Academy Wayne 0.8 mi 6.3
Passaic County Technical Institute Wayne 0.8 mi 7.8
GILMORE MEMORIAL CHRIS ACD Paterson 0.8 mi
EASTERN CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL North Haledon 1.0 mi 7.2
School 27 Paterson 1.0 mi 5.8
Prospect Park School No. 1 Prospect Park 0.9 mi 3.1
Joseph A. Taub School Paterson 1.1 mi 5.0
AL-HIKMAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Prospect Park 0.9 mi 8.0
Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School Paterson 1.0 mi 3.3
John F. Kennedy High School Paterson 1.2 mi 3.3
School 28 Paterson 1.0 mi 7.4
School 12 Paterson 1.0 mi 5.1
College Achieve Paterson Charter School Tinton Falls 1.3 mi 5.7
DAWN TREADER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Paterson 1.4 mi 7.4
School 2 Paterson 1.3 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07508 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,611

Median Home Value

$444,600

Median Rent

$1,749/mo

Population

23,611

College Educated

29.7%

Homeownership

62.7%

Avg Commute

26.9 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

41.6

Similar Schools

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Abraham Lincoln School No. 14 Elizabeth, NJ 6.0
East Ward Elementary School Newark, NJ 6.0
George Washington Elementary School Union City, NJ 6.0
H & M Potter School Bayville, NJ 6.0
Harrison Township Elementary School Mullica Hill, NJ 6.0
Madison Monroe School No. 16 Elizabeth, NJ 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Haledon Public School

What grades does Haledon Public School serve?

Haledon Public School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Haledon Public School?

Haledon Public School has an enrollment of approximately 1,005 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Haledon Public School?

The student-teacher ratio at Haledon Public School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Haledon Public School rank in NJ?

Haledon Public School ranks #1,486 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Haledon Public School's MySchoolScout rating?

Haledon Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Haledon Public School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Haledon Public School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Haledon Public School a charter school?

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

Is Haledon Public School a Title I school?

No, Haledon Public School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Haledon Public School?

67.3% of students at Haledon Public 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
61 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
1,005
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
94
Free/Reduced Lunch
67.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Passaic County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.2%

District

Haledon Public School District
District Enrollment
1,012
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,598
District Rank
#1 of 1

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