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#888 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 36% in state

Radburn Elementary School

Elementary School · Fair Lawn Public School District

18-00 RADBURN RD, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410

Enrollment

422

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#888 of 2,466

In Fair Lawn

#8 of 13

public schools

In district

#7 of 9

Fair Lawn Public School District

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Radburn Elementary School

7.0/10

Elementary School in Fair Lawn · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.0/10

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8.9/10

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About Radburn Elementary School

Radburn Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fair Lawn, NJ, part of Fair Lawn Public School District. Radburn Elementary School serves approximately 422 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Radburn Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #888 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Radburn Elementary School show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.8
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency88.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency83.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+40.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+39.7 pts
Overall Proficiency86% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+22.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,430
Chronic Absenteeism5.2%

Radburn Elementary School — Students at Radburn Elementary School score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

8.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 82.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 80.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 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
82%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
66%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
80%
2017
Math
78%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
80%
ELA
84%
2019
Math
80%
ELA
84%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2024
Math
86.6%
ELA
87.6%
2025
Math
88.5%
ELA
83.6%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Radburn Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
64th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
9%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.2%

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

18-00 RADBURN RD, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Radburn Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lyncrest Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is John A. Forrest Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Clara E Coleman School (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Glen Rock), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fair Lawn, see our Fair Lawn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Clara E Coleman School Glen Rock 0.8 mi 8.0
Glen Rock Middle School Glen Rock 0.7 mi 8.9
Glen Rock High School Glen Rock 0.8 mi 6.8
Alexander Hamilton School Glen Rock 0.8 mi 6.6
Henry B. Milnes Elementary School Fair Lawn 0.9 mi 7.0
Fair Lawn High School Fair Lawn 1.0 mi 6.6
Thomas Jefferson Middle School Fair Lawn 1.0 mi 7.8
John A. Forrest Elementary School Fair Lawn 1.1 mi 8.9
ACADEMY OF OUR LADY AT ST CATHARINE Glen Rock 1.0 mi 5.8
Westmoreland Elementary School Fair Lawn 1.0 mi 8.0
Hawes Elementary School Ridgewood 1.1 mi 7.5
Central School Glen Rock 1.3 mi 7.8
Lyncrest Elementary School Fair Lawn 1.4 mi 9.3
Warren Point Elementary School Fair Lawn 1.5 mi 6.3
NAALEH HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Ridgewood 1.6 mi 7.8
Richard E Byrd School Glen Rock 1.5 mi 5.7
CTC ACADEMY - FAIR LAWN Fair Lawn 1.8 mi 6.9
Memorial Middle School Fair Lawn 1.6 mi 7.9
Sixteenth Avenue School Elmwood Park 1.9 mi 4.5
Applied Technology High School Paramus 1.5 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07410 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$147,952

Median Home Value

$532,700

Median Rent

$1,908/mo

Population

35,153

College Educated

64.2%

Homeownership

79.3%

Avg Commute

31.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

39.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Radburn Elementary School

What grades does Radburn Elementary School serve?

Radburn Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Radburn Elementary School?

Radburn Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 422 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Radburn Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Radburn Elementary School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Radburn Elementary School rank in NJ?

Radburn Elementary School ranks #888 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Radburn Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Radburn Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Radburn Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Radburn Elementary School has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Radburn Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Radburn Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

8.5% of students at Radburn 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
63 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
422
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
8.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.2%

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