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Jefferson (annex) Elementary School

Elementary School · Wallington Boro School District

6 Bond Street, Wallington, NJ 07057

Enrollment

253

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

3.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,364 of 2,466

In Wallington

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Wallington Boro School District

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Jefferson (annex) Elementary School

3.7/10

Elementary School in Wallington · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.4/10

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About Jefferson (annex) Elementary School

Jefferson (annex) Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wallington, NJ, part of Wallington Boro School District. Jefferson (annex) Elementary School serves approximately 253 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Jefferson (annex) Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,364 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Jefferson (annex) Elementary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.9 pts below district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-13.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment2.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,340
Chronic Absenteeism20.2%

Jefferson (annex) Elementary School — Students at Jefferson (annex) Elementary School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 63.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
84.5%
ELA
64.5%
2010
Math
69.5%
ELA
49.5%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
69.5%
2012
Math
84.5%
ELA
74.5%
2013
Math
84.5%
ELA
54.5%
2014
Math
34.5%
ELA
34.5%
2015
Math
64.5%
ELA
44.5%
2016
Math
74.5%
ELA
64.5%
2017
Math
54.5%
ELA
44.5%
2018
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2019
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2020*
Math
44.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
44.5%
ELA
24.5%

* 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: 3.9/10.

How Jefferson (annex) Elementary School Compares

See how Jefferson (annex) Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.7/10
4th percentile in NJ
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.2%

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

6 Bond Street, Wallington, NJ 07057

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jefferson (annex) Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McKenzie School (rated 8.4/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby East Rutherford), which scores notably higher. Another option is Abraham Lincoln School #6 (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Garfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Frank W. Gavlak Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wallington, see our Wallington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
McKenzie School East Rutherford 0.3 mi 8.4
Wallington Junior Senior High School Wallington 0.5 mi 6.6
Passaic Arts and Science Charter School Fair Lawn 0.7 mi 6.8
Frank W. Gavlak Elementary School Wallington 0.6 mi 7.5
Passaic High School No. 12 Passaic 0.7 mi 3.2
YESHIVA KTANA OF PASSAIC GIRLS Passaic 0.6 mi 2.9
MESIVTA OF NORTH JERSEY Passaic 0.7 mi
NOBLE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Passaic 0.9 mi 6.5
Casimir Pulaski School No. 8 Passaic 1.0 mi 5.6
Mario Drago School No. 3 Passaic 0.8 mi 6.5
Etta Gero School No. 9 Passaic 1.0 mi 4.3
Union School Rutherford 1.0 mi 8.8
Martin Luther King Jr. School No. 6 Passaic 1.0 mi 4.8
Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20 Passaic 1.0 mi 7.9
Sonia Sotomayor School #21 Passaic 1.0 mi 5.4
Passaic Academy for Science and Engineering Passaic 0.9 mi 9.4
Passaic Preparatory Academy Passaic 0.9 mi 6.4
COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Passaic 0.9 mi 6.8
Abraham Lincoln School #6 Garfield 1.2 mi 8.2
Abraham Lincoln School Number 24 Passaic 1.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07057 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,422

Median Home Value

$493,700

Median Rent

$1,568/mo

Population

11,825

College Educated

36.9%

Homeownership

38.7%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

12.1%

Median Age

39

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jefferson (annex) Elementary School

What grades does Jefferson (annex) Elementary School serve?

Jefferson (annex) Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.

How many students attend Jefferson (annex) Elementary School?

Jefferson (annex) Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 253 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jefferson (annex) Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Jefferson (annex) Elementary School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jefferson (annex) Elementary School rank in NJ?

Jefferson (annex) Elementary School ranks #2,364 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Jefferson (annex) Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Jefferson (annex) Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Jefferson (annex) Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jefferson (annex) Elementary School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Jefferson (annex) Elementary School a charter school?

No, Jefferson (annex) Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jefferson (annex) Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Jefferson (annex) Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jefferson (annex) Elementary School?

36.0% of students at Jefferson (annex) 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
83 Very Walkable
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.2%

District

Wallington Boro School District
District Enrollment
1,245
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,340
District Rank
#3 of 3

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