Needs Improvement
#2361 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Based on limited data
Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School
Elementary School · Teaneck School District
ONE MERRISON STREET, Teaneck, NJ 07666
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NJ statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher
33.5:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher
33.5:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,361 of 2,466
In Teaneck
#9 of 9
public schools
In district
#8 of 8
Teaneck School District
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Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School
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About Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School
Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School is a public elementary school in Teaneck, NJ, part of Teaneck School District. Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School serves approximately 134 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 33.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,361 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.9
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 134 students, Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary 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.
Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School runs 33.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School Compares
See how Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
ONE MERRISON STREET, Teaneck, NJ 07666
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Teaneck Community Charter school (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is William Cullen Bryant School (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, YESHIVAT HE'ATID (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Teaneck, see our Teaneck schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HEICHAL HATORAH Teaneck | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Teaneck High School Teaneck | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle School Teaneck | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| THE COMMUNITY SCHOOL INC. Teaneck | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL Teaneck | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Nathaniel Hawthorne Elementary School Teaneck | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Benjamin Franklin Middle School Teaneck | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Teaneck Community Charter school Teaneck | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| YESHIVAT HE'ATID Teaneck | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| James Russell Lowell Elementary School Teaneck | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| ACADEMY OF GREATNESS AND EXCELLENCE Teaneck | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| SINAI HIGH SCHOOL AT TABC Teaneck | 1.3 mi | — |
| FUSION ACADEMY ENGLEWOOD Englewood | 1.0 mi | — |
| WILBERT F MAYS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Teaneck | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Bogota Jr./Sr. High School Bogota | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| William Cullen Bryant School Teaneck | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School Teaneck | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| MAAYANOT YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Teaneck | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Bogota Middle School Bogota | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Leonia High School Leonia | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07666 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$134,311
Median Home Value
$496,400
Median Rent
$1,850/mo
Population
41,499
College Educated
54.3%
Homeownership
76.9%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
37.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Stoy Elementary School Haddonfield, NJ | 3.8 |
| Chatsworth Elementary School Chatsworth, NJ | 3.6 |
| Lower Alloways Creek Elementary School Salem, NJ | 3.9 |
| Newark Educators Community Charter School Newark, NJ | 3.5 |
| Central School Glen Ridge, NJ | 4.0 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Jersey City, NJ | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School
What grades does Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School serve?
Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School?
Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 134 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School is 33.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School rank in NJ?
Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School ranks #2,361 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School a charter school?
No, Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School?
35.1% of students at Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 134
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 33.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.1%
- Phone
- (201) 862-2508
Resources & Links
District
Teaneck School District- District Enrollment
- 3,805
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,689
- District Rank
- #8 of 8
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