Average
#1107 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 45% in state
Marie V. Duffy Elementary School
Elementary School · Wharton Borough School District · Wharton, NJ
A Wharton Borough School District elementary school where students score 6 points above what's typical for similar communities.
137 East Central Avenue, Wharton, NJ 07885
- Math 39% vs NJ 47% (2025)
- Reading 47% vs NJ 50% (2025)
- 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Students at Marie V. Duffy Elementary School score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
2025 NJSLA proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. NJ average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 17-year record (2009–2025), then recovered 14 points since 2021, reaching 43% in 2025.
Show all 16 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 45% (multi-year average, 2009-2025) · reading/ELA 47% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
55.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Marie V. Duffy Elementary School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries. Open the New York map →
Getting around & local context
- Walk 45Car-Dependent
- Bike 35Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: Elevated849/100K
Powered by
FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Wharton), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$100,903
Median home value
$345,200
Median rent
$1,961/mo
College educated
38.4%
Homeownership
62.3%
Poverty rate
13.4%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 07885; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Christian School North CampusPrivate · tuition | 6.3private | PK–12 | 0.5 mi | 231 | Compare → |
| North Dover Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 4.3 | PK–6 | 0.8 mi | 612 | Compare → |
| Academy Street Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 3.8 | PK–6 | 1.4 mi | 548 | Compare → |
| East Dover Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 5.2 | PK–6 | 1.5 mi | 443 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Public and private scores come from different models and are shown side by side, not blended into one ranking.
Wharton Borough School District
- Schools in district
- 2
- Rank in district
- #2 of 2
- District spending per student
- $26,309NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 9.1%Census SAIPE · 2024
Marie V. Duffy Elementary School is listed in Wharton Borough School District; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Marie V. Duffy Elementary School
Marie V. Duffy Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wharton, NJ, part of Wharton Borough School District, serving approximately 424 students in grades Pre-K-5th with a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,107 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
State assessment records show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Marie V. Duffy Elementary School
What grades does Marie V. Duffy Elementary School serve?
Marie V. Duffy Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Marie V. Duffy Elementary School?
Marie V. Duffy Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 424 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Marie V. Duffy Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Marie V. Duffy 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 Marie V. Duffy Elementary School rank in NJ?
Marie V. Duffy Elementary School ranks #1,107 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Marie V. Duffy Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Marie V. Duffy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Marie V. Duffy Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Marie V. Duffy Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Marie V. Duffy Elementary School a charter school?
No, Marie V. Duffy Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Marie V. Duffy Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Marie V. Duffy Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marie V. Duffy Elementary School?
55.7% of students at Marie V. Duffy 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 424
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.8%
- Phone
- (973) 361-2506
- Area population (ZIP 07885)
- 11,864
- Area average commute
- 31.4 min
- Area median age
- 40.2
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 NJSLA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 NJSLA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 NJSLA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 NJSLA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- State assessments · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 07885; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2025; directory SY 2023–24
Related reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.