Excellent
#373 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 15% in state
Westmoreland Elementary School
Elementary School · Fair Lawn Public School District
16-50 Parmelee Ave., Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#373 of 2,466
In Fair Lawn
#3 of 13
public schools
In district
#3 of 9
Fair Lawn Public School District
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Westmoreland Elementary School
Westmoreland Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fair Lawn, NJ, part of Fair Lawn Public School District. Westmoreland Elementary School serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Westmoreland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #373 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Westmoreland Elementary School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Westmoreland Elementary 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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Westmoreland Elementary School — Students at Westmoreland Elementary School score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.6/10.
How Westmoreland Elementary School Compares
See how Westmoreland Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
16-50 Parmelee Ave., Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westmoreland Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lyncrest Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is John A. Forrest Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, School 1 (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Paterson), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fair Lawn, see our Fair Lawn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John A. Forrest Elementary School Fair Lawn | 0.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Memorial Middle School Fair Lawn | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Alexander Hamilton School Glen Rock | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Fair Lawn High School Fair Lawn | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| ACADEMY OF OUR LADY AT ST CATHARINE Glen Rock | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Lyncrest Elementary School Fair Lawn | 1.0 mi | 9.3 |
| School 18 Paterson | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Radburn Elementary School Fair Lawn | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Lincoln Middle School Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Glen Rock Middle School Glen Rock | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Glen Rock High School Glen Rock | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Hawthorne | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| School 26 Paterson | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| School 1 Paterson | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Richard E Byrd School Glen Rock | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Students Transitioning and Achieving Real Success Paterson | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Paterson STEAM High School Paterson | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Rosa L. Parks School of Fine and Performing Arts Paterson | 1.6 mi | 3.2 |
| School 21 Paterson | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Central School Glen Rock | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07410 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$147,952
Median Home Value
$532,700
Median Rent
$1,908/mo
Population
35,153
College Educated
64.2%
Homeownership
79.3%
Avg Commute
31.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
39.2
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| AL-HIKMAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Prospect Park, NJ | 8.0 |
| Belleville PS5 Belleville, NJ | 8.0 |
| Clara E Coleman School Glen Rock, NJ | 8.0 |
| Clark Mills School Manalapan, NJ | 8.0 |
| East Brook Elementary School Park Ridge, NJ | 8.0 |
| Elysian Charter School of Hoboken Hoboken, NJ | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westmoreland Elementary School
What grades does Westmoreland Elementary School serve?
Westmoreland Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Westmoreland Elementary School?
Westmoreland Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westmoreland Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Westmoreland Elementary School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westmoreland Elementary School rank in NJ?
Westmoreland Elementary School ranks #373 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Westmoreland Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Westmoreland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Westmoreland Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westmoreland Elementary School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Westmoreland Elementary School a charter school?
No, Westmoreland Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westmoreland Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Westmoreland Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westmoreland Elementary School?
15.3% of students at Westmoreland 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 399
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.8%
- Phone
- (201) 794-5490
Resources & Links
District
Fair Lawn Public School District- District Enrollment
- 5,567
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,430
- District Rank
- #3 of 9
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