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#971 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 39% in state
John Y Dater Elementary School
Elementary School · Ramsey School District
35 SCHOOL STREET, Ramsey, NJ 07446
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
6.9
Grades
4th – 5th
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
6.9
Grades
4th – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#971 of 2,466
In Ramsey
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Ramsey School District
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About John Y Dater Elementary School
John Y Dater Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ramsey, NJ, part of Ramsey School District. John Y Dater Elementary School serves approximately 322 students, and covers grades 4th-5th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. John Y Dater Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #971 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for John Y Dater Elementary School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 8.1
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, John Y Dater 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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John Y Dater Elementary School — Students at John Y Dater Elementary School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
6.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 37 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 John Y Dater Elementary School Compares
See how John Y Dater 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
35 SCHOOL STREET, Ramsey, NJ 07446
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Y Dater Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Betsy Ross Elementary (rated 9.7/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Mahwah), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mary A. Hubbard Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lenape Meadows (rated 9.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Mahwah), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ramsey, see our Ramsey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ACADEMY OF SAINT PAUL Ramsey | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Eric S. Smith Middle School Ramsey | 0.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Wesley D Tisdale Elementary School Ramsey | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Ramsey High School Ramsey | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| DON BOSCO PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Ramsey | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Mary A. Hubbard Elementary School Ramsey | 1.0 mi | 9.4 |
| Northern Highlands Regional High School Allendale | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| YOUNG WORLD DAY SCHOOL Mahwah | 1.5 mi | — |
| Hillside Elementary School Allendale | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Brookside School Allendale | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Ramapo Ridge Mahwah | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Lenape Meadows Mahwah | 2.1 mi | 9.3 |
| George Washington School Mahwah | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Mahwah High School Mahwah | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Joyce Kilmer School Mahwah | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Betsy Ross Elementary Mahwah | 2.4 mi | 9.7 |
| Crescent Elementary School Waldwick | 2.7 mi | 8.6 |
| SAGE DAY SCHOOL AT MAHWAH Mahwah | 2.4 mi | — |
| Robert D Reynolds Primary School Upper Saddle River | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary School Wyckoff | 3.1 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07446 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$164,767
Median Home Value
$665,700
Median Rent
$2,009/mo
Population
14,722
College Educated
69.3%
Homeownership
83.7%
Avg Commute
33.6 min
Poverty Rate
3%
Median Age
41.1
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|---|---|
| Beatrice Gilmore School Woodland Park, NJ | 6.9 |
| Beechwood School Mountainside, NJ | 6.9 |
| Belmar Elementary Belmar, NJ | 6.9 |
| Folsom Elementary School Folsom, NJ | 6.9 |
| Forest Street Community Elementary School Orange, NJ | 6.9 |
| George Washington School Edgewater, NJ | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Y Dater Elementary School
What grades does John Y Dater Elementary School serve?
John Y Dater Elementary School serves students in grades 4th through 5th.
How many students attend John Y Dater Elementary School?
John Y Dater Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 322 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Y Dater Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at John Y Dater Elementary School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Y Dater Elementary School rank in NJ?
John Y Dater Elementary School ranks #971 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is John Y Dater Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
John Y Dater Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 John Y Dater Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Y Dater Elementary School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is John Y Dater Elementary School a charter school?
No, John Y Dater Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Y Dater Elementary School a Title I school?
No, John Y Dater Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Y Dater Elementary School?
6.8% of students at John Y Dater 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
- 4th – 5th
- Enrollment
- 322
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 6.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.0%
- Phone
- (201) 785-2325
Resources & Links
District
Ramsey School District- District Enrollment
- 2,418
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,353
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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