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#255 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 10% in state

Roberge Elementary School

Elementary School · River Vale Public School District

617 WESTWOOD AVE, River Vale, NJ 07675

Enrollment

321

Student-Teacher

8.9:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#255 of 2,466

In River Vale

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

River Vale Public School District

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Roberge Elementary School

8.3/10

Elementary School in River Vale · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Holdrum Middle School

9.1/10

0.9 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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6.3/10

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About Roberge Elementary School

Roberge Elementary School is a public elementary school in River Vale, NJ, part of River Vale Public School District. Roberge Elementary School serves approximately 321 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Roberge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #255 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Roberge Elementary School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.9
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Roberge Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency82.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+29.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+38.6 pts
Overall Proficiency80% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)68% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+11.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,276
Chronic Absenteeism5.3%

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

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 75.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 81.4% (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
93%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
89%
2013
Math
95%
ELA
91%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
80%
2016
Math
73%
ELA
79%
2017
Math
71%
ELA
80%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
79%
2019
Math
68%
ELA
79%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2024
Math
71.2%
ELA
84.1%
2025
Math
77%
ELA
82.5%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Roberge Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
90th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
1%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.3%

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

617 WESTWOOD AVE, River Vale, NJ 07675

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Roberge Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Meadowbrook (rated 9.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Hillsdale), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Harrington Park School (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Harrington Park), with a very similar rating. Additionally, East Brook Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Park Ridge), with a comparable rating. For more schools in River Vale, see our River Vale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Holdrum Middle School River Vale 0.9 mi 9.1
Berkeley Elementary Westwood 0.7 mi 6.3
Meadowbrook Hillsdale 1.3 mi 9.2
Emerson Jr Sr High Emerson 1.5 mi 7.4
Patrick M Villano School Emerson 1.5 mi 7.9
Pascack Valley High School Hillsdale 1.4 mi 6.8
Memorial School Emerson 1.4 mi 7.6
PRIMORIS ACADEMY Westwood 1.4 mi 8.6
Brookside Elementary School Westwood 1.5 mi 7.1
George G White Hillsdale 1.5 mi 8.5
Harrington Park School Harrington Park 1.5 mi 8.3
Westwood Regional Middle School Westwood 1.5 mi 8.8
Charles DeWolf Middle School Old Tappan 1.7 mi 8.6
T. Baldwin Demarest Elementary School Old Tappan 1.7 mi 5.6
ST JOHN'S ACADEMY Hillsdale 1.9 mi 6.1
Northern Valley Regional High School at Old Tappan Old Tappan 2.0 mi 9.2
East Brook Elementary School Park Ridge 2.5 mi 8.0
Woodside Elementary School River Vale 2.7 mi 5.4
BERGEN CENTER FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT Haworth 2.6 mi
Haworth Public School Haworth 2.6 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07675 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$176,981

Median Home Value

$680,600

Median Rent

$2,347/mo

Population

27,050

College Educated

65.2%

Homeownership

79.4%

Avg Commute

31.8 min

Poverty Rate

3.3%

Median Age

43.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Roberge Elementary School

What grades does Roberge Elementary School serve?

Roberge Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Roberge Elementary School?

Roberge Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 321 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Roberge Elementary School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Roberge Elementary School rank in NJ?

Roberge Elementary School ranks #255 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Roberge Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Roberge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Roberge Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Roberge Elementary School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Roberge Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Roberge Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

0.9% of students at Roberge 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
64 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
321
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
0.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.3%

District

River Vale Public School District
District Enrollment
1,006
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,276
District Rank
#2 of 3

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