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#911 of 2,463 schools in NJ

Top 37% in state

Mt. Horeb School

Elementary School · Warren Township School District

80 Mount Horeb Road, Warren, NJ 07059

Enrollment

337

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Warren

#5 of 6

public schools

New Jersey elementary schools

#552 of 1,496

In district

#4 of 5

Warren Township School District

School environment

9.7 / 10

Exceptional

About Mt. Horeb School

Mt. Horeb School serves 337 students in prekindergarten through fifth grade in Warren, New Jersey, establishing itself as one of the state's top-performing elementary schools. With a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranking 98th among New Jersey's 2,475 schools, the school places in the 96th percentile statewide.

The school maintains an impressive 9.9-to-1 student-teacher ratio with 34 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for personalized attention in smaller classroom settings. Academically, Mt. Horeb demonstrates strong performance with 77% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and reading, while 72% reach proficiency in mathematics across all grade levels.

Located at 80 Mount Horeb Road in Somerset County's Warren township, the school serves a well-educated community where 67% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The surrounding neighborhood reflects stability and resources, with a median household income of $196,122 and median home values of $862,800. The area's low poverty rate of 3.4% among its 16,208 ZIP code residents contributes to a supportive educational environment.

Mt. Horeb School operates within Warren's large suburban setting, providing elementary education in an affluent and academically-focused community that values educational achievement.

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.9:1, Mt. Horeb School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-1.77 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72%
Reading/ELA Proficiency77%
Math vs. State Avg+24.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+33.1 pts
Overall Proficiency75%
Expected (poverty-adj.)63%
vs. Expected+11.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.7Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$34,365

Mt. Horeb School — Students at Mt. Horeb School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

3.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 70.6%
School
State
44.6%
ELA Proficiency 71.6%
School
State
49.3%

Based on 13 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2024
Math
70.8%
ELA
67.8%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Mt. Horeb School Compares

See how Mt. Horeb School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
63th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.2/10
9.2/10
Growth
4.6/10
Below average
Environment
9.7/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
3%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers

Location

80 Mount Horeb Road, Warren, NJ 07059

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mt. Horeb School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Watchung Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Middlesex), which scores notably higher. Another option is Angelo L. Tomaso School (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Central School (rated 7.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Warren, see our Warren schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Angelo L. Tomaso School Warren 1.4 mi 8.5
THE GIVING NEST PRESCHOOL IN MARTINSVILLE Martinsville 1.7 mi
LITTLE FRIENDS OF JESUS NURSERY SCHOOL Martinsville 1.7 mi
Developmental Learning Center Warren Warren 1.8 mi 7.6
Central School Warren 2.2 mi 7.9
ALAN E ZIMMER CHABAD PRESCHOOL Basking Ridge 3.0 mi
BONNIE BRAE SCHOOL Liberty Corner 3.0 mi 7.8
Smalley Elementary School Bound Brook 3.4 mi 4.8
Hazelwood Elementary School Middlesex 3.3 mi 7.1
Crim Primary School Bridgewater 2.7 mi 6.0
Bound Brook High School Bound Brook 3.6 mi 5.5
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Warren 2.9 mi
Von E. Mauger Middle School Middlesex 3.5 mi 5.6
Woodland Intermediate School Middlesex 3.5 mi 6.9
Lafayette Elementary School Bound Brook 3.8 mi 5.9
Watchung Elementary School Middlesex 3.6 mi 8.7
LaMonte-Annex Elementary School Bound Brook 3.9 mi 5.9
Warren Middle School Warren 3.1 mi 7.4
Community Middle School Bound Brook 4.0 mi 7.3
Middlesex High School Middlesex 3.5 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07059 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$201,579

Median Home Value

$899,200

Median Rent

$2,099/mo

Population

16,433

College Educated

68.1%

Homeownership

88.7%

Avg Commute

35.7 min

Poverty Rate

2.5%

Median Age

44.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding Mt. Horeb School has a median household income of $201,579. It is a well-educated community where 68% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $899,200, with a median rent of $2,099/month. The local poverty rate of 2.5% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mt. Horeb School

What grades does Mt. Horeb School serve?

Mt. Horeb School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Mt. Horeb School?

Mt. Horeb School has an enrollment of approximately 337 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. Horeb School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Horeb School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mt. Horeb School rank in NJ?

Mt. Horeb School is ranked #911 out of 2,463 schools in NJ.

What is Mt. Horeb School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mt. Horeb School has a composite rating of 7.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Mt. Horeb School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Mt. Horeb School has 70.6% math proficiency and 71.6% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Mt. Horeb School a charter school?

No, Mt. Horeb School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mt. Horeb School a Title I school?

No, Mt. Horeb School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt. Horeb School?

3.3% of students at Mt. Horeb 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
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
3.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Somerset County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Warren Township School District
District Enrollment
1,677
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$34,315
District Rank
#4 of 5

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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