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Lillian M. Steen

Elementary School · Bogota Public School District

134 W. Main, Bogota, NJ 07603

Enrollment

330

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,412 of 2,466

In Bogota

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Bogota Public School District

Equity

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Lillian M. Steen

6.1/10

Elementary School in Bogota · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.2/10

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About Lillian M. Steen

Lillian M. Steen is a public elementary school in Bogota, NJ, part of Bogota Public School District. Lillian M.

Steen serves approximately 330 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lillian M. Steen has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,412 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Lillian M. Steen show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+0.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.8 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+16.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,576
Chronic Absenteeism14.2%

Lillian M. Steen — Students at Lillian M. Steen score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 58.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2024
Math
43.4%
ELA
62.2%
2025
Math
48.8%
ELA
55.7%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Lillian M. Steen Compares

See how Lillian M. Steen performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
43th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.2%

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

134 W. Main, Bogota, NJ 07603

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lillian M. Steen may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Teaneck Community Charter school (rated 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Teaneck), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Ridgefield Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fanny Meyer Hillers (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Hackensack), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bogota, see our Bogota schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Bogota Middle School Bogota 0.5 mi 6.2
Bogota Jr./Sr. High School Bogota 0.5 mi 7.2
Teaneck Community Charter school Teaneck 0.6 mi 8.7
E. Roy Bixby Bogota 0.7 mi 5.1
ACADEMY OF GREATNESS AND EXCELLENCE Teaneck 0.8 mi 6.9
YCS GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL Hackensack 0.9 mi
Hackensack Middle School Hackensack 1.0 mi 6.7
Jackson Avenue Hackensack 1.0 mi 8.2
Lincoln Elementary School Ridgefield Park 1.2 mi 8.5
Memorial School South Hackensack 1.1 mi 5.8
Hackensack High School Hackensack 1.1 mi 4.7
James Russell Lowell Elementary School Teaneck 1.4 mi 6.2
Roosevelt Elementary School Ridgefield Park 1.4 mi 6.7
Bergen County Academies Hackensack 1.6 mi 8.9
HEICHAL HATORAH Teaneck 1.3 mi 6.7
Thomas Jefferson Middle School Teaneck 1.3 mi 7.4
Fairmount Hackensack 1.7 mi 7.3
Fanny Meyer Hillers Hackensack 1.3 mi 8.4
Ridgefield Park Jr Sr High School Ridgefield Park 1.7 mi 6.5
Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School Teaneck 1.5 mi 3.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07603 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,321

Median Home Value

$443,400

Median Rent

$1,893/mo

Population

9,110

College Educated

34.3%

Homeownership

68.5%

Avg Commute

30.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

42.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lillian M. Steen

What grades does Lillian M. Steen serve?

Lillian M. Steen serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Lillian M. Steen?

Lillian M. Steen has an enrollment of approximately 330 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lillian M. Steen?

The student-teacher ratio at Lillian M. Steen is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lillian M. Steen rank in NJ?

Lillian M. Steen ranks #1,412 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Lillian M. Steen's MySchoolScout rating?

Lillian M. Steen has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Lillian M. Steen?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lillian M. Steen has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lillian M. Steen a charter school?

No, Lillian M. Steen is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lillian M. Steen a Title I school?

No, Lillian M. Steen is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lillian M. Steen?

57.6% of students at Lillian M. Steen 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
77 Very Walkable
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.2%

District

Bogota Public School District
District Enrollment
1,411
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,576
District Rank
#3 of 4

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