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#95 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 4% in state

Walter Stillman School

Elementary School · Tenafly Public School District

75 TENAFLY ROAD, Tenafly, NJ 07670

Enrollment

325

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#95 of 2,466

In Tenafly

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

Tenafly Public School District

Equity

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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8.8/10

Elementary School in Tenafly · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Walter Stillman School

Walter Stillman School is a public elementary school in Tenafly, NJ, part of Tenafly Public School District. Walter Stillman School serves approximately 325 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Walter Stillman School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #95 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Walter Stillman School show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.3
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data16
Annual Change+3.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency83.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency84.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+35.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+40.7 pts
Overall Proficiency84% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)67% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+17.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,631
Chronic Absenteeism6.2%

Walter Stillman School — Students at Walter Stillman School score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

2.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 82.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 81.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
96%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
96%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
76%
ELA
84%
2015
Math
84%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
78%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
81%
ELA
82%
2024
Math
80.1%
ELA
80.9%
2025
Math
83.8%
ELA
84.6%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How Walter Stillman School Compares

See how Walter Stillman School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
96th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
3%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

75 TENAFLY ROAD, Tenafly, NJ 07670

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Walter Stillman School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Malcolm S Mackay School (rated 9.0/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Ralph S Maugham School (rated 9.0/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ABILITY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Englewood), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Tenafly, see our Tenafly schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Dr. Leroy McCloud Elementary School Englewood 0.6 mi 5.2
ACADEMY OF OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL Tenafly 0.7 mi 6.7
Dr. John Grieco Elementary School Englewood 0.8 mi 5.1
THE MONTESSORI HOUSE Tenafly 0.8 mi
Dwight Morrow High School/Academies@Englewood Englewood 0.8 mi 6.1
Tenafly Middle School Tenafly 1.0 mi 7.6
J Spencer Smith School Tenafly 0.8 mi 6.5
Donald A. Quarles Early Childhood Center Englewood 1.0 mi 7.6
Malcolm S Mackay School Tenafly 1.0 mi 9.0
TENAFLY CHABAD ACADEMY Tenafly 1.0 mi 7.1
Janis E. Dismus Middle School Englewood 1.0 mi 6.0
THE FRENCH AMERICAN ACADEMY Englewood 1.1 mi 7.4
Englewood on the Palisades Charter School Englewood 1.2 mi 4.7
Ralph S Maugham School Tenafly 1.1 mi 9.0
ABILITY SCHOOL Englewood 1.2 mi 8.1
THE ELISABETH MORROW SCHOOL Englewood 1.1 mi 7.3
Tenafly High School Tenafly 1.2 mi 7.1
Hoover Elementary School Bergenfield 1.1 mi 6.9
Jefferson Elementary School Bergenfield 1.4 mi 6.6
Washington Elementary School Bergenfield 1.3 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07670 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$208,088

Median Home Value

$974,300

Median Rent

$3,143/mo

Population

15,252

College Educated

79.2%

Homeownership

72.2%

Avg Commute

41.6 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Median Age

42.1

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Laura Donovan School Freehold, NJ 8.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Walter Stillman School

What grades does Walter Stillman School serve?

Walter Stillman School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Walter Stillman School?

Walter Stillman School has an enrollment of approximately 325 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Walter Stillman School?

The student-teacher ratio at Walter Stillman School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Walter Stillman School rank in NJ?

Walter Stillman School ranks #95 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Walter Stillman School's MySchoolScout rating?

Walter Stillman School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Walter Stillman School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Walter Stillman School has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Walter Stillman School a charter school?

No, Walter Stillman School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Walter Stillman School a Title I school?

No, Walter Stillman School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walter Stillman School?

2.8% of students at Walter Stillman 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
325
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
2.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.2%

District

Tenafly Public School District
District Enrollment
3,487
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,631
District Rank
#3 of 6

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