Very Good
#673 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 27% in state
School Street School
Elementary School · Boonton Town Public School District
720 BIRCH STREET, Boonton, NJ 07005
Enrollment
317
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
317
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#673 of 2,466
In Boonton
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
Boonton Town Public School District
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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School Street School
Elementary School in Boonton · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About School Street School
School Street School is a public elementary school in Boonton, NJ, part of Boonton Town Public School District. School Street School serves approximately 317 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. School Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #673 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for School Street School show 95% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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School Street School — Students at School Street School score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ EDFACTS (2011-12)
Based on 8 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.
How School Street School Compares
See how School Street School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
720 BIRCH STREET, Boonton, NJ 07005
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering School Street School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wildwood Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Mountain Lakes), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Rockaway Valley School (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Boonton Township), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lake Drive Program for Hearing Impaired (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Mountain Lakes), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Boonton, see our Boonton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL SCHOOL Boonton | 0.1 mi | 5.1 |
| SEDES SAPEINTIAE SCHOOL INC Boonton | 0.1 mi | — |
| ALPHABETLAND Boonton | 0.6 mi | — |
| Boonton High School Boonton | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| John Hill School Boonton | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Mountain Lakes High School Mountain Lakes | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Wildwood Elementary School Mountain Lakes | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Briarcliff Middle School Mountain Lakes | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Rockaway Valley School Boonton Township | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Intervale Elementary School Boonton | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Knollwood Elementary School Parsippany | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Lake Drive Program for Hearing Impaired Mountain Lakes | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| William Mason School Montville | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| THE CRAIG SCHOOL Mountain Lakes | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Northvail Elementary School Parsippany | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Central Middle School Parsippany | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Lake Hiawatha Elementary School Parsippany | 2.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Parsippany High School Parsippany | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Parsippany | 3.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Eastlake Elementary School Parsippany | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
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
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chittick Elementary School East Brunswick, NJ | 7.4 |
| Dr. Charles C. Polk School Roselle, NJ | 7.4 |
| Edgemont Elementary School Montclair, NJ | 7.4 |
| Laning Avenue School Verona, NJ | 7.4 |
| The Gray Charter School Newark, NJ | 7.4 |
| Thomas Jefferson School Morristown, NJ | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about School Street School
What grades does School Street School serve?
School Street School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend School Street School?
School Street School has an enrollment of approximately 317 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at School Street School?
The student-teacher ratio at School Street School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does School Street School rank in NJ?
School Street School ranks #673 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is School Street School's MySchoolScout rating?
School Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 School Street School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, School Street School has 95% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012).
Is School Street School a charter school?
No, School Street School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is School Street School a Title I school?
No, School Street School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for School Street School?
31.9% of students at School Street 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 317
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.5%
- Phone
- (973) 335-9700
Resources & Links
District
Boonton Town Public School District- District Enrollment
- 1,555
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,032
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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