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#1149 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 47% in state
Robert Fulton Elementary School
Elementary School · North Bergen School District · North Bergen, NJ
A North Bergen School District elementary school where students score 11 points above what's typical for similar communities.
7407 HUDSON AVE, North Bergen, NJ 07047
- Math 36% vs NJ 41% (2025)
- Reading 45% vs NJ 54% (2025)
- 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at Robert Fulton Elementary School score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
2025 NJSLA proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. NJ average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 17-year record (2009–2025), then recovered 11 points since 2021, reaching 41% in 2025.
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Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 40% (multi-year average, 2009-2025) · reading/ELA 51% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 54 test records from NJ state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
67.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Where Robert Fulton Elementary School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 92Walker's Paradise
- Bike 47Somewhat Bikeable
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Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$75,505
Median home value
$466,800
Median rent
$1,702/mo
College educated
32%
Homeownership
41.3%
Poverty rate
12.9%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 07047; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anna L. KleinEnrollment path unverified | 8.3 | PK–8 | 0.3 mi | 972 | Compare → |
| Polk Street SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 3.7 | K–8 | 0.3 mi | 258 | Compare → |
| Albio Sires Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 7.5 | K–6 | 0.4 mi | 513 | Compare → |
| Harry L BainEnrollment path unverified | 8.0 | K–6 | 0.6 mi | 632 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
North Bergen School District
- Schools in district
- 8
- Rank in district
- #4 of 8
- District spending per student
- $22,134NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 26.2%Census SAIPE · 2024
Robert Fulton Elementary School is listed in North Bergen School District; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Robert Fulton Elementary School
Robert Fulton Elementary School is a public elementary school in North Bergen, NJ, part of North Bergen School District, serving approximately 885 students in grades 1st-8th with a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,149 of 2,466 schools in NJ. State assessment records show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Robert Fulton Elementary School
What grades does Robert Fulton Elementary School serve?
Robert Fulton Elementary School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Robert Fulton Elementary School?
Robert Fulton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 885 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Robert Fulton Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Robert Fulton Elementary School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Robert Fulton Elementary School rank in NJ?
Robert Fulton Elementary School ranks #1,149 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Robert Fulton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Robert Fulton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Robert Fulton Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Robert Fulton Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Robert Fulton Elementary School a charter school?
No, Robert Fulton Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Robert Fulton Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Robert Fulton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Robert Fulton Elementary School?
67.7% of students at Robert Fulton 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 885
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 72
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hudson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.9%
- Phone
- (201) 295-2900
- Area population (ZIP 07047)
- 61,202
- Area average commute
- 33.4 min
- Area median age
- 40.8
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 NJSLA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 NJSLA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 NJSLA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 NJSLA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- State assessments · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 07047; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2025; directory SY 2023–24
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