Excellent
#353 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 14% in state
Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School
Elementary School · South Orange-Maplewood School District
274 BOYDEN AVE, Maplewood, NJ 07040
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#353 of 2,466
In Maplewood
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 10
South Orange-Maplewood School District
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School
Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School is a public elementary school in Maplewood, NJ, part of South Orange-Maplewood School District. Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School serves approximately 392 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #353 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.2
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration 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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Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School — Students at Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 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: 8.8/10.
How Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School Compares
See how Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
274 BOYDEN AVE, Maplewood, NJ 07040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ivy Hill Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Newark), with a very similar rating. Another option is OUR LADY OF SORROWS SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby South Orange), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Tuscan Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Maplewood, see our Maplewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Florence Avenue Elementary School Irvington | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Chancellor Avenue Elementary School Irvington | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Clinton Elementary School Maplewood | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Franklin Elementary Union | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Union Avenue Middle School Irvington | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Tuscan Elementary School Maplewood | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Mt Vernon Place School Newark | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Columbia High School Maplewood | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| OUR LADY OF SORROWS SCHOOL South Orange | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School Irvington | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Irvington High School Irvington | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| Ivy Hill Elementary School Newark | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Newark Sch of Data Science and Information Technology Newark | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Deanna G. Taylor Academy Hillside | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Maplewood Middle School Maplewood | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Augusta Preschool Academy Irvington | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| ST MICHAEL PARISH SCHOOL Union | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Jefferson Elementary Union | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Marshall Elementary School S. Orange | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Delia Bolden Elementary School Maplewood | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$167,428
Median Home Value
$684,600
Median Rent
$2,184/mo
Population
25,406
College Educated
69.4%
Homeownership
76.9%
Avg Commute
39 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Median Age
38.7
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bayberry School Watchung, NJ | 8.1 |
| Benedict A. Cucinella School Long Valley, NJ | 8.1 |
| C. Richard Applegate School Freehold, NJ | 8.1 |
| Cedar Hill School Towaco, NJ | 8.1 |
| Dr. Paul Rafalides School Jersey City, NJ | 8.1 |
| Flocktown-Kossmann Elementary School Long Valley, NJ | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School
What grades does Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School serve?
Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School?
Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School?
The student-teacher ratio at Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School rank in NJ?
Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School ranks #353 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School's MySchoolScout rating?
Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School a charter school?
No, Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School a Title I school?
No, Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School?
23.0% of students at Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 392
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.7%
- Phone
- (973) 378-5209
Resources & Links
District
South Orange-Maplewood School District- District Enrollment
- 7,047
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,104
- District Rank
- #1 of 10
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