Excellent
#270 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 11% in state
Rockaway Valley School
Elementary School · Boonton Township School District
11 VALLEY ROAD, Boonton Township, NJ 07005
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#270 of 2,466
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Rockaway Valley School
Rockaway Valley School is a public elementary school in Boonton Township, NJ, part of Boonton Township School District. Rockaway Valley School serves approximately 407 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Rockaway Valley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #270 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Rockaway Valley School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Rockaway Valley School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Rockaway Valley School — Students at Rockaway Valley School score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
1.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 53 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.4/10.
How Rockaway Valley School Compares
See how Rockaway Valley School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
11 VALLEY ROAD, Boonton Township, NJ 07005
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rockaway Valley School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wildwood Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Mountain Lakes), with a very similar rating. Another option is Lake Drive Program for Hearing Impaired (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Mountain Lakes), with a very similar rating. Additionally, School Street School (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Boonton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Boonton Township, see our Boonton Township schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL SCHOOL Boonton | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| SEDES SAPEINTIAE SCHOOL INC Boonton | 1.4 mi | — |
| School Street School Boonton | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Mountain Lakes High School Mountain Lakes | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Wildwood Elementary School Mountain Lakes | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Briarcliff Middle School Mountain Lakes | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Lake Drive Program for Hearing Impaired Mountain Lakes | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| ALPHABETLAND Boonton | 2.1 mi | — |
| Boonton High School Boonton | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| THE CRAIG SCHOOL Mountain Lakes | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Valleyview Middle School Denville | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| John Hill School Boonton | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Intervale Elementary School Boonton | 2.9 mi | 7.2 |
| William Mason School Montville | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Knollwood Elementary School Parsippany | 3.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Riverview Elementary School Denville | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Northvail Elementary School Parsippany | 4.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Eastlake Elementary School Parsippany | 4.3 mi | 5.3 |
| MORRIS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Denville | 3.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Central Middle School Parsippany | 4.2 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07005 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,411
Median Home Value
$565,900
Median Rent
$1,779/mo
Population
15,240
College Educated
55.6%
Homeownership
70.9%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
42
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln School #6 Garfield, NJ | 8.2 |
| Alloway Township School Alloway, NJ | 8.2 |
| Bayview Elementary School Belford, NJ | 8.2 |
| Central Elementary School Great Meadows, NJ | 8.2 |
| Central School Warren, NJ | 8.2 |
| Heights Elementary School Oakland, NJ | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rockaway Valley School
What grades does Rockaway Valley School serve?
Rockaway Valley School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Rockaway Valley School?
Rockaway Valley School has an enrollment of approximately 407 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rockaway Valley School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rockaway Valley School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rockaway Valley School rank in NJ?
Rockaway Valley School ranks #270 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Rockaway Valley School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rockaway Valley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Rockaway Valley School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rockaway Valley School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Rockaway Valley School a charter school?
No, Rockaway Valley School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rockaway Valley School a Title I school?
No, Rockaway Valley School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rockaway Valley School?
1.5% of students at Rockaway Valley 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 407
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 1.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.3%
- Phone
- (973) 334-4162
Resources & Links
District
Boonton Township School District- District Enrollment
- 414
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,516
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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