Very Good
#659 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 27% in state
Howard B. Brunner Elementary School
Elementary School · Scotch Plains-Fanwood School District
721 WESTFIELD ROAD, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#659 of 2,466
In Scotch Plains
#5 of 14
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
Scotch Plains-Fanwood School District
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Howard B. Brunner Elementary School
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About Howard B. Brunner Elementary School
Howard B. Brunner Elementary School is a public elementary school in Scotch Plains, NJ, part of Scotch Plains-Fanwood School District. Howard B.
Brunner Elementary School serves approximately 415 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Howard B. Brunner Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #659 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Howard B. Brunner Elementary School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Howard B. Brunner Elementary School — Students at Howard B. Brunner Elementary School score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
5.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 36 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: 7.5/10.
How Howard B. Brunner Elementary School Compares
See how Howard B. Brunner Elementary 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
721 WESTFIELD ROAD, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Howard B. Brunner Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Frederic W. Cook Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Plainfield), with a very similar rating. Another option is J. Ackerman Coles Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Franklin Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Westfield), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Scotch Plains, see our Scotch Plains schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07076 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$173,564
Median Home Value
$696,900
Median Rent
$1,816/mo
Population
24,667
College Educated
65%
Homeownership
81.1%
Avg Commute
35.2 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
42.7
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| Albio Sires Elementary School West New York, NJ | 7.5 |
| Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School New Milford, NJ | 7.5 |
| Bradford Elementary School Upper Montclair, NJ | 7.5 |
| Clinton Public School Clinton, NJ | 7.5 |
| Deerfield School Short Hills, NJ | 7.5 |
| Demarest Elementary School Bloomfield, NJ | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Howard B. Brunner Elementary School
What grades does Howard B. Brunner Elementary School serve?
Howard B. Brunner Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Howard B. Brunner Elementary School?
Howard B. Brunner Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 415 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Howard B. Brunner Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Howard B. Brunner Elementary School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Howard B. Brunner Elementary School rank in NJ?
Howard B. Brunner Elementary School ranks #659 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Howard B. Brunner Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Howard B. Brunner Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Howard B. Brunner Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Howard B. Brunner Elementary School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Howard B. Brunner Elementary School a charter school?
No, Howard B. Brunner Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Howard B. Brunner Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Howard B. Brunner Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Howard B. Brunner Elementary School?
5.5% of students at Howard B. Brunner Elementary 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
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 415
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 5.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.6%
- Phone
- (908) 889-2148
Resources & Links
District
Scotch Plains-Fanwood School District- District Enrollment
- 5,758
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,242
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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