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#243 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 10% in state

Harrington Park School

Elementary School · Harrington Park School District

191 HARRIOT AVE, Harrington Park, NJ 07640

Enrollment

628

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#243 of 2,466

Equity

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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8.3/10

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About Harrington Park School

Harrington Park School is a public elementary school in Harrington Park, NJ, part of Harrington Park School District. Harrington Park School serves approximately 628 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Harrington Park School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #243 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Harrington Park School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+3.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency75.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency75.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+34.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+31.6 pts
Overall Proficiency76% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)68% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+7.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile82th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,545
Chronic Absenteeism10.8%

Harrington Park School — Students at Harrington Park School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).

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Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 76.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 76.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 55 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
86%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
91%
ELA
89%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
73%
ELA
73%
2016
Math
74%
ELA
79%
2017
Math
73%
ELA
81%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
80%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
80%
2020*
Math
64%
ELA
74%
2021*
Math
64%
ELA
74%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
75%
2024
Math
74%
ELA
70.3%
2025
Math
75.8%
ELA
75.5%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Harrington Park School Compares

See how Harrington Park School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
90th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
56 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

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

191 HARRIOT AVE, Harrington Park, NJ 07640

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harrington Park School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Luther Lee Emerson School (rated 9.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Demarest), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Hillside Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Closter), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Roberge Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby River Vale), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Harrington Park, see our Harrington Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Tenakill Middle School Closter 1.2 mi 7.2
EPISCOPAL CHILD CARE SERVICES Norwood 1.1 mi
ACTON ACADEMY OF BERGEN COUNTY INC. Closter 1.3 mi 4.8
ACTON ACADEMY OF BERGEN COUNTY Closter 1.3 mi 5.0
Northern Valley Regional High School at Old Tappan Old Tappan 1.6 mi 9.2
Norwood Public School Norwood 1.3 mi 7.8
T. Baldwin Demarest Elementary School Old Tappan 1.6 mi 5.6
Northern Valley Central Norwood 1.4 mi 5.9
Charles DeWolf Middle School Old Tappan 1.7 mi 8.6
Haworth Public School Haworth 1.8 mi 8.0
Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology Paramus 1.7 mi 3.3
Northern Valley Regional High School at Demarest Demarest 1.7 mi 8.3
Roberge Elementary School River Vale 1.5 mi 8.3
BERGEN CENTER FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT Haworth 2.0 mi
Luther Lee Emerson School Demarest 2.3 mi 9.2
Holdrum Middle School River Vale 2.0 mi 9.1
Emerson Jr Sr High Emerson 2.0 mi 7.4
Demarest Middle School Demarest 2.3 mi 8.3
Grant Elementary School Dumont 2.7 mi 5.2
Hillside Elementary School Closter 2.3 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07640 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$180,515

Median Home Value

$709,200

Population

4,883

College Educated

68.7%

Homeownership

96.1%

Avg Commute

32.3 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

46.7

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Harry S. Truman Elementary School Parlin, NJ 8.3
Redwood Elementary School W. Orange, NJ 8.3
Riker Hill Elementary School Livingston, NJ 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harrington Park School

What grades does Harrington Park School serve?

Harrington Park School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Harrington Park School?

Harrington Park School has an enrollment of approximately 628 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harrington Park School?

The student-teacher ratio at Harrington Park School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harrington Park School rank in NJ?

Harrington Park School ranks #243 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Harrington Park School's MySchoolScout rating?

Harrington Park School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Harrington Park School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harrington Park School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Harrington Park School a charter school?

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

Is Harrington Park School a Title I school?

No, Harrington Park School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
628
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
56
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

District

Harrington Park School District
District Enrollment
662
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,545
District Rank
#1 of 1

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