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Richard E Byrd School

Elementary School · Glen Rock Public School District

640 DOREMUS AVE, Glen Rock, NJ 07452

Enrollment

259

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,646 of 2,466

In Glen Rock

#6 of 6

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

Glen Rock Public School District

Equity

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Richard E Byrd School

5.7/10

Elementary School in Glen Rock · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Richard E Byrd School

Richard E Byrd School is a public elementary school in Glen Rock, NJ, part of Glen Rock Public School District. Richard E Byrd School serves approximately 259 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Richard E Byrd School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,646 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Richard E Byrd School show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-3.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency88.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency71.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+41 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+27.2 pts
Overall Proficiency80% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+11.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,543
Chronic Absenteeism5.4%

Richard E Byrd School — Students at Richard E Byrd School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).

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Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 84.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 79.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 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
97.5%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2024
Math
85.3%
ELA
81.2%
2025
Math
88.9%
ELA
71.1%

* 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: 3.8/10.

How Richard E Byrd School Compares

See how Richard E Byrd School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
33th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.4%

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

640 DOREMUS AVE, Glen Rock, NJ 07452

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Richard E Byrd School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thomas Jefferson Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Hawthorne), which scores notably higher. Another option is Roosevelt Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Hawthorne), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Westmoreland Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Fair Lawn), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Glen Rock, see our Glen Rock schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ACADEMY OF OUR LADY AT ST CATHARINE Glen Rock 0.5 mi 5.8
Central School Glen Rock 0.6 mi 7.8
Alexander Hamilton School Glen Rock 0.8 mi 6.6
Orchard Elementary School Ridgewood 0.9 mi 6.9
Glen Rock High School Glen Rock 0.9 mi 6.8
Glen Rock Middle School Glen Rock 0.9 mi 8.9
Lincoln Middle School Hawthorne 1.0 mi 8.8
Roosevelt Elementary School Hawthorne 1.0 mi 8.2
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Hawthorne 1.2 mi 6.2
George Washington Middle School Ridgewood 1.4 mi 7.6
Westmoreland Elementary School Fair Lawn 1.5 mi 8.0
Clara E Coleman School Glen Rock 1.2 mi 8.0
WINDSOR BERGEN ACADEMY Ridgewood 1.4 mi 6.0
Ridge Elementary School Ridgewood 1.7 mi 6.8
Hawthorne High School Hawthorne 1.3 mi 5.1
Radburn Elementary School Fair Lawn 1.5 mi 7.0
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School Hawthorne 1.4 mi 8.6
HAWTHORNE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hawthorne 1.5 mi 6.8
School 18 Paterson 1.8 mi 6.3
Calvin Coolidge Elementary School Wyckoff 1.8 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07452 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$210,369

Median Home Value

$817,300

Median Rent

$1,938/mo

Population

12,082

College Educated

75.4%

Homeownership

90.8%

Avg Commute

38.4 min

Poverty Rate

1.7%

Median Age

40

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Richard E Byrd School

What grades does Richard E Byrd School serve?

Richard E Byrd School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Richard E Byrd School?

Richard E Byrd School has an enrollment of approximately 259 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Richard E Byrd School?

The student-teacher ratio at Richard E Byrd School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Richard E Byrd School rank in NJ?

Richard E Byrd School ranks #1,646 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Richard E Byrd School's MySchoolScout rating?

Richard E Byrd School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Richard E Byrd School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Richard E Byrd School has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Richard E Byrd School a charter school?

No, Richard E Byrd School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Richard E Byrd School a Title I school?

No, Richard E Byrd School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
75 Very Walkable
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.4%

District

Glen Rock Public School District
District Enrollment
2,607
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,543
District Rank
#6 of 6

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