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#508 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 21% in state

Oak View Elementary School

Elementary School · Bloomfield Township School District

150 Garrabrant Avenue, Bloomfield, NJ 07003

Enrollment

375

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#508 of 2,466

In Bloomfield

#2 of 11

public schools

In district

#2 of 11

Bloomfield Township School District

Equity

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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7.7/10

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About Oak View Elementary School

Oak View Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bloomfield, NJ, part of Bloomfield Township School District. Oak View Elementary School serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #508 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Oak View Elementary School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.94 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency81.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+29.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+38 pts
Overall Proficiency80% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+14.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,525
Chronic Absenteeism7.5%

Oak View Elementary School — Students at Oak View Elementary School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

5.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 73.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 79.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 45 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
92%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2024
Math
73.8%
ELA
82%
2025
Math
77.8%
ELA
81.9%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Oak View Elementary School Compares

See how Oak View Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
79th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
6%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.5%

Location

150 Garrabrant Avenue, Bloomfield, NJ 07003

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oak View Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brookdale Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is School #16 (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Clifton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, School #9 (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Clifton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bloomfield, see our Bloomfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Bloomfield 0.5 mi 6.5
RAINBOW MONTESSORI INC Bloomfield 0.5 mi
Brookdale Elementary School Bloomfield 0.6 mi 8.8
Spring Garden School Nutley 0.8 mi 8.1
LOOKING GLASS CHILDREN'S CENTER Bloomfield 0.8 mi
Demarest Elementary School Bloomfield 1.0 mi 7.5
CLIFTON CHEDER, INC. Clifton 1.0 mi 6.2
School #9 Clifton 0.9 mi 8.6
Bloomfield Middle School Bloomfield 1.1 mi 5.7
Radcliffe School Nutley 1.2 mi 6.0
School #14 Clifton 1.3 mi 6.3
Northeast Elementary School Upper Montclair 1.2 mi 6.7
John H. Walker Middle School Nutley 1.5 mi 6.7
Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton Clifton 1.4 mi 5.6
LEARNING CTR-EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN Clifton 1.4 mi
TODAYS LEARNING CENTER Clifton 1.4 mi
THE LEARNING CENTER FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN Clifton 1.4 mi
Lincoln School Nutley 1.7 mi 5.4
Nutley High School Nutley 1.6 mi 5.6
School #16 Clifton 1.6 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,805

Median Home Value

$447,600

Median Rent

$1,775/mo

Population

52,921

College Educated

48.6%

Homeownership

52.1%

Avg Commute

33.6 min

Poverty Rate

8.8%

Median Age

38.1

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School Wyckoff, NJ 7.7
Belleville PS3 Belleville, NJ 7.7
Cambridge Park Elementary School Aberdeen, NJ 7.7
Charles H. Bullock School Montclair, NJ 7.7
Cleveland Street Elementary School Orange, NJ 7.7
Connecticut Farms Elementary Union, NJ 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oak View Elementary School

What grades does Oak View Elementary School serve?

Oak View Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Oak View Elementary School?

Oak View Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oak View Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Oak View Elementary School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oak View Elementary School rank in NJ?

Oak View Elementary School ranks #508 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Oak View Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oak View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Oak View Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oak View Elementary School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Oak View Elementary School a charter school?

No, Oak View Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Oak View Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Oak View Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oak View Elementary School?

5.6% of students at Oak View 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
5.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.5%

District

Bloomfield Township School District
District Enrollment
6,438
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,525
District Rank
#2 of 11

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