Very Good
#770 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 31% in state
Honiss Elementary\middle School
Elementary School · Dumont Public School District
31 DEPEW ST, Dumont, NJ 07628
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#770 of 2,466
In Dumont
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Dumont Public School District
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Honiss Elementary\middle School
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About Honiss Elementary\middle School
Honiss Elementary\middle School is a public elementary school in Dumont, NJ, part of Dumont Public School District. Honiss Elementary\middle School serves approximately 618 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Honiss Elementary\middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #770 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Honiss Elementary\middle School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Honiss Elementary\middle School — Students at Honiss Elementary\middle School score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 54 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.8/10.
How Honiss Elementary\middle School Compares
See how Honiss Elementary\middle 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
31 DEPEW ST, Dumont, NJ 07628
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Honiss Elementary\middle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Luther Lee Emerson School (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Demarest), which scores notably higher. Another option is Malcolm S Mackay School (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Tenafly), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Edward H. Bryan (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Cresskill), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dumont, see our Dumont schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Elementary School Bergenfield | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Grant Elementary School Dumont | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Malcolm S Mackay School Tenafly | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Dumont High School Dumont | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Washington Elementary School Bergenfield | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| THE MONTESSORI HOUSE Tenafly | 0.9 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elementary School Dumont | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Roy W. Brown Middle School Bergenfield | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Selzer Elementary\Middle School Dumont | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Franklin Elementary School Bergenfield | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Edward H. Bryan Cresskill | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Tenafly Middle School Tenafly | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Tenafly High School Tenafly | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| BERGEN CENTER FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT Haworth | 1.5 mi | — |
| Luther Lee Emerson School Demarest | 1.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Haworth Public School Haworth | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Bergenfield High School Bergenfield | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Hoover Elementary School Bergenfield | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Cresskill High School Cresskill | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Cresskill Middle School Cresskill | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07628 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,585
Median Home Value
$469,900
Median Rent
$1,778/mo
Population
18,072
College Educated
46.8%
Homeownership
72.2%
Avg Commute
32.5 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
42.1
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|---|---|
| Carlstadt Public School Carlstadt, NJ | 7.2 |
| Eastampton Township Community School Eastampton, NJ | 7.2 |
| Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School Perth Amboy, NJ | 7.2 |
| James J. Flynn Elementary School Perth Amboy, NJ | 7.2 |
| Maurice River Township School Port Elizabeth, NJ | 7.2 |
| Memorial School Union Beach, NJ | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Honiss Elementary\middle School
What grades does Honiss Elementary\middle School serve?
Honiss Elementary\middle School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Honiss Elementary\middle School?
Honiss Elementary\middle School has an enrollment of approximately 618 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Honiss Elementary\middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Honiss Elementary\middle School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Honiss Elementary\middle School rank in NJ?
Honiss Elementary\middle School ranks #770 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Honiss Elementary\middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Honiss Elementary\middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Honiss Elementary\middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Honiss Elementary\middle School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Honiss Elementary\middle School a charter school?
No, Honiss Elementary\middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Honiss Elementary\middle School a Title I school?
No, Honiss Elementary\middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Honiss Elementary\middle School?
15.7% of students at Honiss Elementary\middle 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 618
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.7%
- Phone
- (201) 387-3020
Resources & Links
District
Dumont Public School District- District Enrollment
- 2,614
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,115
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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