Excellent
#351 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 14% in state
Helen I. Smith School
Elementary School · Saddle Brook School District
30 CAMBRIDGE AVENUE, Saddle Brook, NJ 07663
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#351 of 2,466
In Saddle Brook
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Saddle Brook School District
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Helen I. Smith School
Elementary School in Saddle Brook · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Helen I. Smith School
Helen I. Smith School is a public elementary school in Saddle Brook, NJ, part of Saddle Brook School District. Helen I.
Smith School serves approximately 342 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Helen I. Smith School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #351 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Helen I. Smith School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Helen I. Smith School — Students at Helen I. Smith School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.7%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.8/10.
How Helen I. Smith School Compares
See how Helen I. Smith 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
30 CAMBRIDGE AVENUE, Saddle Brook, NJ 07663
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Helen I. Smith School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Salome H. Long Memorial School (rated 8.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is RIDGEWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Paramus), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Henry B. Milnes Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Fair Lawn), a more accessible option. For more schools in Saddle Brook, see our Saddle Brook schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Salome H. Long Memorial School Saddle Brook | 0.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Saddle Brook Middle/High School Saddle Brook | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| CTC ACADEMY - FAIR LAWN Fair Lawn | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Warren Point Elementary School Fair Lawn | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Washington School Saddle Brook | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Franklin School Saddle Brook | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| SAGE DAY AT ROCHELLE PARK Rochelle Park | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| NURSERY RHYMES PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Saddle Brook | 1.3 mi | — |
| Midland School #1 Rochelle Park | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle School Fair Lawn | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Sixteenth Avenue School Elmwood Park | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Thomas Jefferson School #9 Garfield | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| RIDGEWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Paramus | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Henry B. Milnes Elementary School Fair Lawn | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| ST LEO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmwood Park | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| THE FRISCH SCHOOL Paramus | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Lodi High School Lodi | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| YESHIVAT NOAM SCHOOL Paramus | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Garfield Public Preschool Annex Garfield | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Gilbert Avenue School Elmwood Park | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07663 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,935
Median Home Value
$473,700
Median Rent
$2,018/mo
Population
14,349
College Educated
36.3%
Homeownership
66.5%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
40.8
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|---|---|
| Bayberry School Watchung, NJ | 8.1 |
| C. Richard Applegate School Freehold, NJ | 8.1 |
| Cedar Hill School Towaco, NJ | 8.1 |
| Dr. Paul Rafalides School Jersey City, NJ | 8.1 |
| Franklin Elementary School Bergenfield, NJ | 8.1 |
| Franklin Elementary School South Plainfield, NJ | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Helen I. Smith School
What grades does Helen I. Smith School serve?
Helen I. Smith School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Helen I. Smith School?
Helen I. Smith School has an enrollment of approximately 342 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Helen I. Smith School?
The student-teacher ratio at Helen I. Smith School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Helen I. Smith School rank in NJ?
Helen I. Smith School ranks #351 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Helen I. Smith School's MySchoolScout rating?
Helen I. Smith School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Helen I. Smith School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Helen I. Smith School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Helen I. Smith School a charter school?
No, Helen I. Smith School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Helen I. Smith School a Title I school?
No, Helen I. Smith School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Helen I. Smith School?
25.7% of students at Helen I. Smith 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 342
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.1%
- Phone
- (201) 843-1142
Resources & Links
District
Saddle Brook School District- District Enrollment
- 1,848
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,376
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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