Average
#1079 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 44% in state
Northeast Elementary School
Elementary School · Montclair Public School District
603 GROVE ST, Upper Montclair, NJ 07042
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,079 of 2,466
In Upper Montclair
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#10 of 11
Montclair Public School District
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Northeast Elementary School
Elementary School in Upper Montclair · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Northeast Elementary School
Northeast Elementary School is a public elementary school in Upper Montclair, NJ, part of Montclair Public School District. Northeast Elementary School serves approximately 374 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Northeast Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,079 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Northeast Elementary School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Northeast Elementary School — Students at Northeast Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.8/10.
How Northeast Elementary School Compares
See how Northeast Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
603 GROVE ST, Upper Montclair, NJ 07042
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northeast Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. School #16 (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Clifton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brookdale Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Bloomfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Watchung Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Montclair), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Upper Montclair, see our Upper Montclair schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LACORDAIRE ACADEMY Upper Montclair | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| LOOKING GLASS CHILDREN'S CENTER Bloomfield | 0.7 mi | — |
| Buzz Aldrin Middle School Upper Montclair | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Bradford Elementary School Upper Montclair | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| ST CASSIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Upper Montclair | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| School #16 Clifton | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| CLIFTON CHEDER, INC. Clifton | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| RAINBOW MONTESSORI INC Bloomfield | 1.0 mi | — |
| Brookdale Elementary School Bloomfield | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Bloomfield | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Watchung Elementary School Montclair | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Oak View Elementary School Bloomfield | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Bloomfield Middle School Bloomfield | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Forest Avenue School Glen Ridge | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Edgemont Elementary School Montclair | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Demarest Elementary School Bloomfield | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Memorial Middle School Cedar Grove | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| THE MAGICAL PALACE OF KNOWLEDGE Clifton | 2.0 mi | — |
| School #14 Clifton | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| THE MONTCLAIR KIMBERLEY ACADEMY Montclair | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,083
Median Home Value
$733,100
Median Rent
$2,017/mo
Population
27,173
College Educated
67.1%
Homeownership
50.3%
Avg Commute
33.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
38.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Berkeley Elementary School Bloomfield, NJ | 6.7 |
| Billingsport Elementary School Paulsboro, NJ | 6.7 |
| Brielle Elementary School Brielle, NJ | 6.7 |
| Cicely L. Tyson Community Elementary School East Orange, NJ | 6.7 |
| Daniel Webster School Weehawken, NJ | 6.7 |
| Eleanor Van Gelder Edgewater, NJ | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northeast Elementary School
What grades does Northeast Elementary School serve?
Northeast Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Northeast Elementary School?
Northeast Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 374 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northeast Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Northeast Elementary School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Northeast Elementary School rank in NJ?
Northeast Elementary School ranks #1,079 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Northeast Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Northeast 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 Northeast Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Northeast Elementary School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Northeast Elementary School a charter school?
No, Northeast Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Northeast Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Northeast Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northeast Elementary School?
16.0% of students at Northeast 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 374
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.5%
- Phone
- (973) 509-4242
Resources & Links
District
Montclair Public School District- District Enrollment
- 6,192
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,943
- District Rank
- #10 of 11
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