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#1095 of 2,463 schools in NJ
Top 44% 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
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Dumont
#2 of 5
public schools
New Jersey elementary schools
#661 of 1,496
In district
#2 of 5
Dumont Public School District
Equity
7.6 / 10
Very strong
About Honiss Elementary\middle School
Honiss Elementary-Middle School is a regular public school located in Dumont, Bergen County, New Jersey. Serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade, the school has an enrollment of 618 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11.4:1 with 54 full-time equivalent teachers. The school's setting is in a large suburban area.
Honiss Elementary-Middle School holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10, placing it at the 68th percentile among New Jersey schools and ranking it #805 out of 2475 schools statewide. Academically, students perform well in ELA/Reading with 63% proficient or above, while math proficiency stands at 49%. Science scores are lower, with only 12% of students reaching proficiency levels.
The school is focused on continued academic growth and improvement across all subjects. Honiss Elementary-Middle School is situated in a vibrant suburban community where families value education and support their children's learning journey.
Score Breakdown
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Honiss Elementary\middle School — Students at Honiss Elementary\middle School score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2023-24)
Based on 19 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: 7.0/10.
How Honiss Elementary\middle School Compares
See how Honiss Elementary\middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 53% (2019) to 44% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 71% (2019) to 65% (2022).
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 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Demarest), which scores notably higher. Another option is Haworth Public School (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Haworth), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hoover Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Bergenfield), 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 | 3.9 |
| Grant Elementary School Dumont | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Malcolm S Mackay School Tenafly | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Dumont High School Dumont | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Washington Elementary School Bergenfield | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| 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 | 7.1 |
| Selzer Elementary\Middle School Dumont | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Franklin Elementary School Bergenfield | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Edward H. Bryan Cresskill | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Tenafly Middle School Tenafly | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Tenafly High School Tenafly | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| BERGEN CENTER FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT Haworth | 1.5 mi | — |
| Luther Lee Emerson School Demarest | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Haworth Public School Haworth | 1.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Bergenfield High School Bergenfield | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Hoover Elementary School Bergenfield | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Cresskill High School Cresskill | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Cresskill Middle School Cresskill | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Honiss Elementary\middle School has a median household income of $125,585. It is a well-educated community where 47% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $469,900, with a median rent of $1,778/month. The local poverty rate of 6.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A A Anastasia Elementary School Long Branch, NJ | 6.6 |
| Brookside Elementary School Monroe Township, NJ | 6.6 |
| Constable Elementary School Kendall Park, NJ | 6.6 |
| Dorothy L. Bullock School Glassboro, NJ | 6.6 |
| East Ward Elementary School Newark, NJ | 6.6 |
| Evergreen Elementary School Scotch Plains, NJ | 6.6 |
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 is ranked #1095 out of 2,463 schools in NJ.
What is Honiss Elementary\middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Honiss Elementary\middle School has a composite rating of 6.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Honiss Elementary\middle School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Honiss Elementary\middle School has 49.2% math proficiency and 63.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Average (304/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Dumont). Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (201) 387-3020
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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
Other Schools in This District
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