Very Good
#461 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 19% in state
Selzer Elementary\middle School
Elementary School · Dumont Public School District
435 PROSPECT AVE, Dumont, NJ 07628
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#461 of 2,466
In Dumont
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
Dumont Public School District
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Selzer Elementary\middle School
Elementary School in Dumont · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Selzer Elementary\middle School
Selzer Elementary\middle School is a public elementary school in Dumont, NJ, part of Dumont Public School District. Selzer Elementary\middle School serves approximately 511 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Selzer Elementary\middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #461 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Selzer Elementary\middle School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Selzer Elementary\middle School — Students at Selzer Elementary\middle School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
8.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 55 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 8.5/10.
How Selzer Elementary\middle School Compares
See how Selzer Elementary\middle 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
435 PROSPECT AVE, Dumont, NJ 07628
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Selzer Elementary\middle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Luther Lee Emerson School (rated 9.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Demarest), which scores notably higher. Another option is Malcolm S Mackay School (rated 9.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Tenafly), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Franklin Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Bergenfield), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Dumont, see our Dumont schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dumont High School Dumont | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Dumont | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School New Milford | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| BERGEN CENTER FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT Haworth | 0.8 mi | — |
| INSTITUTE FOR EDUCATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT New Milford | 0.9 mi | — |
| David E. Owens Middle School New Milford | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Grant Elementary School Dumont | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Honiss Elementary\Middle School Dumont | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Haworth Public School Haworth | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| SOLOMON SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL OF BERGEN CO New Milford | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Franklin Elementary School Bergenfield | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| New Milford High School New Milford | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Jefferson Elementary School Bergenfield | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Oradell | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Washington Elementary School Bergenfield | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Bergenfield High School Bergenfield | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Roy W. Brown Middle School Bergenfield | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Emerson Jr Sr High Emerson | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Luther Lee Emerson School Demarest | 1.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Malcolm S Mackay School Tenafly | 1.9 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07628 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,585
Median Home Value
$469,900
Median Rent
$1,778/mo
Population
18,072
College Educated
46.8%
Homeownership
72.2%
Avg Commute
32.5 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
42.1
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| BEN PORAT YOSEF Paramus, NJ | 7.8 |
| Bragg Elementary School Chester, NJ | 7.8 |
| Central School Glen Rock, NJ | 7.8 |
| Clarendon School Secaucus, NJ | 7.8 |
| Copper Hill Elementary School Ringoes, NJ | 7.8 |
| Cranbury School Cranbury, NJ | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Selzer Elementary\middle School
What grades does Selzer Elementary\middle School serve?
Selzer Elementary\middle School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Selzer Elementary\middle School?
Selzer Elementary\middle School has an enrollment of approximately 511 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Selzer Elementary\middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Selzer Elementary\middle School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Selzer Elementary\middle School rank in NJ?
Selzer Elementary\middle School ranks #461 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Selzer Elementary\middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Selzer Elementary\middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Selzer Elementary\middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Selzer Elementary\middle School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Selzer Elementary\middle School a charter school?
No, Selzer Elementary\middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Selzer Elementary\middle School a Title I school?
No, Selzer Elementary\middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Selzer Elementary\middle School?
8.2% of students at Selzer Elementary\middle 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
- 511
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 8.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.4%
- Phone
- (201) 387-3030
Resources & Links
District
Dumont Public School District- District Enrollment
- 2,614
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,115
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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