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#380 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 15% in state

Haworth Public School

Elementary School · Haworth Public School District

205 VALLEY RD, Haworth, NJ 07641

Enrollment

454

Student-Teacher

9.1:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#380 of 2,466

Equity

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Haworth Public School

8.0/10

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

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About Haworth Public School

Haworth Public School is a public elementary school in Haworth, NJ, part of Haworth Public School District. Haworth Public School serves approximately 454 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Haworth Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #380 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Haworth Public School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 9.1:1 students to teachers, Haworth Public School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency78.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency84.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+36.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+40.7 pts
Overall Proficiency81% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+12.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,696
Chronic Absenteeism9.9%

Haworth Public School — Students at Haworth Public School score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).

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Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 76.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 84.1% (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
90%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
91%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
66%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
80%
2016
Math
71%
ELA
85%
2017
Math
74%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
73%
ELA
88%
2019
Math
73%
ELA
88%
2020*
Math
59%
ELA
71%
2021*
Math
59%
ELA
71%
2022
Math
66%
ELA
83%
2024
Math
74.8%
ELA
85.3%
2025
Math
78.3%
ELA
84.6%

* 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: 6.7/10.

How Haworth Public School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.0/10
85th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.9%

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

205 VALLEY RD, Haworth, NJ 07641

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Haworth Public School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Luther Lee Emerson School (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Demarest), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edward H. Bryan (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Cresskill), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Harrington Park School (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Harrington Park), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Haworth, see our Haworth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
BERGEN CENTER FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT Haworth 0.4 mi
Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology Paramus 0.7 mi 3.3
Northern Valley Regional High School at Demarest Demarest 0.7 mi 8.3
Grant Elementary School Dumont 0.9 mi 5.2
Luther Lee Emerson School Demarest 0.8 mi 9.2
Selzer Elementary\Middle School Dumont 1.1 mi 7.8
Dumont High School Dumont 1.4 mi 6.4
ACTON ACADEMY OF BERGEN COUNTY INC. Closter 1.3 mi 4.8
ACTON ACADEMY OF BERGEN COUNTY Closter 1.3 mi 5.0
Tenakill Middle School Closter 1.4 mi 7.2
Honiss Elementary\Middle School Dumont 1.6 mi 7.2
Edward H. Bryan Cresskill 1.5 mi 8.7
Harrington Park School Harrington Park 1.8 mi 8.3
Demarest Middle School Demarest 1.4 mi 8.3
Cresskill High School Cresskill 1.5 mi 6.1
Cresskill Middle School Cresskill 1.5 mi 8.1
Lincoln Elementary School Dumont 1.7 mi 6.8
Jefferson Elementary School Bergenfield 2.0 mi 6.6
Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School New Milford 1.7 mi 7.5
County Road School Demarest 1.7 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07641 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$227,841

Median Home Value

$815,300

Population

3,321

College Educated

69.6%

Homeownership

95.1%

Avg Commute

34.9 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Median Age

44.8

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Clara E Coleman School Glen Rock, NJ 8.0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Haworth Public School

What grades does Haworth Public School serve?

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

How many students attend Haworth Public School?

Haworth Public School has an enrollment of approximately 454 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Haworth Public School is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Haworth Public School rank in NJ?

Haworth Public School ranks #380 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Haworth Public School's MySchoolScout rating?

Haworth Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Haworth Public School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Haworth Public School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Haworth Public School a charter school?

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

Is Haworth Public School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
454
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.9%

District

Haworth Public School District
District Enrollment
463
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,696
District Rank
#1 of 1

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