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#1402 of 2,466 schools in NJ
James Russell Lowell Elementary School
Elementary School · Teaneck School District
1025 LINCOLN PLACE, Teaneck, NJ 07666
Enrollment
305
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
305
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,402 of 2,466
In Teaneck
#6 of 9
public schools
In district
#5 of 8
Teaneck School District
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About James Russell Lowell Elementary School
James Russell Lowell Elementary School is a public elementary school in Teaneck, NJ, part of Teaneck School District. James Russell Lowell Elementary School serves approximately 305 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. James Russell Lowell Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,402 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for James Russell Lowell Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, James Russell Lowell Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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James Russell Lowell Elementary School — Students at James Russell Lowell Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.2%
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: 4.7/10.
How James Russell Lowell Elementary School Compares
See how James Russell Lowell Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1025 LINCOLN PLACE, Teaneck, NJ 07666
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James Russell Lowell Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Teaneck Community Charter school (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is William Cullen Bryant School (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fairmount (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Hackensack), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Teaneck, see our Teaneck schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ACADEMY OF GREATNESS AND EXCELLENCE Teaneck | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School Teaneck | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Benjamin Franklin Middle School Teaneck | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Teaneck Community Charter school Teaneck | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Bergen County Academies Hackensack | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Teaneck High School Teaneck | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| HEICHAL HATORAH Teaneck | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School Teaneck | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Bogota Jr./Sr. High School Bogota | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL Teaneck | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| YESHIVAT HE'ATID Teaneck | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| THE COMMUNITY SCHOOL INC. Teaneck | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Lillian M. Steen Bogota | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| SINAI HIGH SCHOOL AT TABC Teaneck | 1.2 mi | — |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle School Teaneck | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Bogota Middle School Bogota | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Hackensack Middle School Hackensack | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Fairmount Hackensack | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| MAAYANOT YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Teaneck | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| William Cullen Bryant School Teaneck | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07666 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$134,311
Median Home Value
$496,400
Median Rent
$1,850/mo
Population
41,499
College Educated
54.3%
Homeownership
76.9%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
37.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bee Meadow School Whippany, NJ | 6.2 |
| Beverly City School District Beverly, NJ | 6.2 |
| CLIFTON CHEDER, INC. Clifton, NJ | 6.2 |
| Clinton Elementary School Plainfield, NJ | 6.2 |
| Dr. Charles P. DeFuccio School Jersey City, NJ | 6.2 |
| EASTERN CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Midland Park, NJ | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James Russell Lowell Elementary School
What grades does James Russell Lowell Elementary School serve?
James Russell Lowell Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend James Russell Lowell Elementary School?
James Russell Lowell Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 305 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James Russell Lowell Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at James Russell Lowell Elementary School is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James Russell Lowell Elementary School rank in NJ?
James Russell Lowell Elementary School ranks #1,402 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is James Russell Lowell Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
James Russell Lowell Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 James Russell Lowell Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James Russell Lowell Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is James Russell Lowell Elementary School a charter school?
No, James Russell Lowell Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James Russell Lowell Elementary School a Title I school?
No, James Russell Lowell Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James Russell Lowell Elementary School?
49.2% of students at James Russell Lowell 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
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 305
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.7%
- Phone
- (201) 833-5550
Resources & Links
District
Teaneck School District- District Enrollment
- 3,805
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,689
- District Rank
- #5 of 8
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