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#282 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 11% in state

Ho-ho-kus Public School

Elementary School · Ho-Ho-Kus School District

70 LLOYD ROAD, Ho Ho Kus, NJ 07423

Enrollment

553

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#282 of 2,466

Equity

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Ho-ho-kus Public School

8.2/10

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

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8.1/10

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About Ho-ho-kus Public School

Ho-ho-kus Public School is a public elementary school in Ho Ho Kus, NJ, part of Ho-Ho-Kus School District. Ho-ho-kus Public School serves approximately 553 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Ho-ho-kus Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #282 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Ho-ho-kus Public School show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • 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+2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency87.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency85.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+45.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+41.2 pts
Overall Proficiency86% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+17.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,415
Chronic Absenteeism9.4%

Ho-ho-kus Public School — Students at Ho-ho-kus Public School score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).

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Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 84.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 83.8% (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
91%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
79%
2015
Math
76%
ELA
84%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
84%
ELA
91%
2018
Math
83%
ELA
87%
2019
Math
83%
ELA
87%
2020*
Math
69%
ELA
66%
2021*
Math
69%
ELA
66%
2022
Math
80%
ELA
83%
2024
Math
86.4%
ELA
81.9%
2025
Math
87.1%
ELA
85.1%

* 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 Ho-ho-kus Public School Compares

See how Ho-ho-kus Public School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
89th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.4%

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

70 LLOYD ROAD, Ho Ho Kus, NJ 07423

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ho-ho-kus Public School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wandell School (rated 9.7/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Saddle River), which scores notably higher. Another option is Travell Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Ridgewood), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Stony Lane Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Paramus), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ho Ho Kus, see our Ho Ho Kus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Travell Elementary School Ridgewood 0.9 mi 8.1
Benjamin Franklin Middle School Ridgewood 0.9 mi 9.0
Julia A Traphagen School Waldwick 1.2 mi 7.1
Willard Elementary School Ridgewood 1.0 mi 6.9
LITTLE CRANE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ridgewood 1.4 mi
Ridgewood High School Ridgewood 1.5 mi 6.7
HOLMSTEAD SCHOOL Ridgewood 1.6 mi 6.5
Glen School Ridgewood 1.4 mi 6.5
ALPINE LEARNING GROUP Paramus 1.6 mi 7.0
IMMACULATE HEART ACADEMY Washington Township 1.4 mi 6.9
Somerville Elementary School Ridgewood 1.8 mi 7.7
THE FORUM SCHOOL Waldwick 1.5 mi 7.8
WINDSOR BERGEN ACADEMY Ridgewood 1.8 mi 6.0
THE VILLAGE SCHOOL Waldwick 1.6 mi 7.4
George Washington Middle School Ridgewood 1.8 mi 7.6
Ridge Elementary School Ridgewood 1.8 mi 6.8
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF PARAMUS Paramus 2.2 mi
NAALEH HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Ridgewood 2.2 mi 7.8
Stony Lane Elementary School Paramus 2.1 mi 7.8
Wandell School Saddle River 2.2 mi 9.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07423 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$250,001

Median Home Value

$1,032,800

Median Rent

$2,375/mo

Population

4,230

College Educated

81%

Homeownership

91%

Poverty Rate

0%

Median Age

42.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ho-ho-kus Public School

What grades does Ho-ho-kus Public School serve?

Ho-ho-kus Public School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Ho-ho-kus Public School?

Ho-ho-kus Public School has an enrollment of approximately 553 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ho-ho-kus Public School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ho-ho-kus Public School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ho-ho-kus Public School rank in NJ?

Ho-ho-kus Public School ranks #282 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Ho-ho-kus Public School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ho-ho-kus Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Ho-ho-kus Public School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ho-ho-kus Public School has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ho-ho-kus Public School a charter school?

No, Ho-ho-kus Public School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ho-ho-kus Public School a Title I school?

No, Ho-ho-kus Public School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
553
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.4%

District

Ho-Ho-Kus School District
District Enrollment
569
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,415
District Rank
#1 of 1

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