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#2116 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Warren G. Harding Elementary School

Elementary School · Kenilworth School District

426 Boulevard, Kenilworth, NJ 07033

Enrollment

656

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,116 of 2,466

In Kenilworth

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Kenilworth School District

School environment

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Warren G. Harding Elementary School

4.7/10

Elementary School in Kenilworth · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Warren G. Harding Elementary School

Warren G. Harding Elementary School is a public elementary school in Kenilworth, NJ, part of Kenilworth School District. Warren G.

Harding Elementary School serves approximately 656 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Warren G. Harding Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,116 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Warren G. Harding Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-4.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-6.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.6 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-12.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,329
Chronic Absenteeism14.5%

Warren G. Harding Elementary School — Students at Warren G. Harding Elementary School score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 47.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 48.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 45 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
80%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
59%
2014
Math
29%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
36%
ELA
38%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
36%
ELA
38%
2024
Math
47.1%
ELA
50.3%
2025
Math
41.7%
ELA
47.5%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Warren G. Harding Elementary School Compares

See how Warren G. Harding Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
14th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
20%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
62 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

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

426 Boulevard, Kenilworth, NJ 07033

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Warren G. Harding Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Connecticut Farms Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Union), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hillside Avenue School (rated 7.7/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Cranford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Battle Hill Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Union), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kenilworth, see our Kenilworth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
David Brearley Middle/High School Kenilworth 0.2 mi 6.8
ST THERESA GRADE SCHOOL Kenilworth 0.3 mi 6.5
Orange Avenue School Cranford 0.4 mi 7.0
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Kenilworth 0.6 mi
Bloomingdale Avenue School Cranford 0.9 mi 4.9
TRINITY EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Cranford 1.3 mi
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Cranford 1.4 mi 5.0
Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School Roselle Park 1.2 mi 4.7
Cranford High School Cranford 1.4 mi 6.1
Battle Hill Elementary Union 1.6 mi 7.1
Brookside Place School Cranford 1.4 mi 6.6
JARDINE ACADEMY Cranford 1.8 mi 5.7
Roselle Park High School Roselle Park 1.4 mi 5.2
Connecticut Farms Elementary Union 1.7 mi 7.7
Burnet Middle School Union 1.8 mi 5.5
Hillside Avenue School Cranford 2.1 mi 7.7
CORNERSTONE DAY SCHOOL Cranford 2.0 mi 8.1
Union High School Union 2.0 mi 3.9
Robert Gordon Elementary School Roselle Park 1.7 mi 5.8
Roselle Park Middle School Roselle Park 1.7 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$126,295

Median Home Value

$521,100

Median Rent

$2,119/mo

Population

8,339

College Educated

34.2%

Homeownership

72.8%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

38.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Warren G. Harding Elementary School

What grades does Warren G. Harding Elementary School serve?

Warren G. Harding Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Warren G. Harding Elementary School?

Warren G. Harding Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 656 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Warren G. Harding Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Warren G. Harding Elementary School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Warren G. Harding Elementary School rank in NJ?

Warren G. Harding Elementary School ranks #2,116 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Warren G. Harding Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Warren G. Harding Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Warren G. Harding Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Warren G. Harding Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Warren G. Harding Elementary School a charter school?

No, Warren G. Harding Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Warren G. Harding Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Warren G. Harding Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Warren G. Harding Elementary School?

19.7% of students at Warren G. Harding 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
83 Very Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
656
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
62
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Union County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

District

Kenilworth School District
District Enrollment
1,453
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,329
District Rank
#2 of 2

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