Very Good
#40 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 7% of private schools
The Willow School
Elementary School
1150 POTTERSVILLE RD, Gladstone, NJ 07934
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
4.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
4.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#40 of 534
In Gladstone
#1 of 2
public schools
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The Willow School
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About The Willow School
The Willow School is a private elementary school in Gladstone, NJ. The Willow School serves approximately 139 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 4.1:1 student-teacher ratio. The Willow School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #40 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 139 students, The Willow School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4.1:1 students to teachers, The Willow School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Willow School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Schools in Gladstone
No public schools found in Gladstone for comparison. 1 other private school in the area.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NJ.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NJ
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1150 POTTERSVILLE RD, Gladstone, NJ 07934
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Willow School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bedminster Township Public School (rated 9.4/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Bedminster), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mount Prospect Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Basking Ridge), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bragg Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Chester), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Gladstone, see our Gladstone schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GILL ST BERNARD S SCHOOL Gladstone | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| MATHENY SCHOOL Peapack | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Bedminster Township Public School Bedminster | 3.5 mi | 9.4 |
| Bragg Elementary School Chester | 4.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Dickerson Elementary School Chester | 4.5 mi | 6.8 |
| FAR HILLS COUNTRY SCHOOL Far Hills | 3.7 mi | 7.6 |
| WESTMONT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mendham | 4.3 mi | — |
| Black River Middle School Chester | 5.3 mi | 7.8 |
| SOMERSET HILLS LEARNING INSTITUTE Bedminster | 5.4 mi | — |
| Tewksbury Elementary School Califon | 4.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Mount Prospect Elementary School Basking Ridge | 5.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Old Turnpike School Califon | 5.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Old Farmers Road School Long Valley | 5.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Hilltop School Mendham | 5.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Mountain View School Mendham | 5.9 mi | 8.9 |
| West Morris Central High School Chester | 6.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Hillside Intermediate School Bridgewater | 6.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Hamilton Primary School Bridgewater | 6.7 mi | 7.7 |
| West Morris Mendham High School Mendham | 6.2 mi | 7.2 |
| THE ALBROOK SCHOOL Basking Ridge | 6.3 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07934 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$228,438
Median Home Value
$816,400
Median Rent
$2,146/mo
Population
1,406
College Educated
75.2%
Homeownership
85.4%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Median Age
55.1
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|---|---|
| ARROW ACADEMY Whippany, NJ | 7.8 |
| Frederic W. Cook Elementary School Plainfield, NJ | 7.8 |
| HUDSON MONTESSORI Jersey City, NJ | 7.8 |
| Parker Elementary School Middlesex, NJ | 7.7 |
| AQUINAS ACADEMY Livingston, NJ | 7.9 |
| MUSTARD SEED SCHOOL Hoboken, NJ | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Willow School
What grades does The Willow School serve?
The Willow School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend The Willow School?
The Willow School has an enrollment of approximately 139 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Willow School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Willow School is 4.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Willow School rank in NJ?
The Willow School ranks #40 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is The Willow School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Willow 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.
Is The Willow School a private school?
Yes, The Willow School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Willow School a religious school?
No, The Willow School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 139
- Gender Split
- 64% M / 36% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 161 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Somerset County
- Phone
- (847) 095-0022
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