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#973 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 39% in state
Willard Elementary School
Elementary School · Ridgewood Public School District · Ridgewood, NJ
A Ridgewood Public School District elementary school where students score 13 points above what's typical for similar communities.
601 MORNINGSIDE RD, Ridgewood, NJ 07451
- Math 81% vs NJ 47% (2025)
- Reading 82% vs NJ 50% (2025)
- 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at Willard Elementary School score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
2025 NJSLA proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. NJ average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 17-year record (2009–2025), then recovered 19 points since 2021, reaching 81% in 2025.
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Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 82% (multi-year average, 2009-2025) · reading/ELA 83% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
0.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Where Willard Elementary School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 31Car-Dependent
- Transit 44Some Transit
- Bike 27Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: Average629/100K
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Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ridge Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 6.8 | K–5 | 0.9 mi | 444 | Compare → |
| Godwin Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 8.0 | PK–2 | 1.0 mi | 239 | Compare → |
| Highland Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 8.3 | 3–6 | 1.0 mi | 283 | Compare → |
| Ho-ho-kus Public SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 8.2 | PK–8 | 1.0 mi | 553 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Ridgewood Public School District
- Schools in district
- 10
- Rank in district
- #7 of 10
- District spending per student
- $24,261NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 1.9%Census SAIPE · 2024
Willard Elementary School is listed in Ridgewood Public School District; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Willard Elementary School
Willard Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ridgewood, NJ, part of Ridgewood Public School District, serving approximately 470 students in grades Kindergarten-5th with a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #973 of 2,466 schools in NJ. State assessment records show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Willard Elementary School
What grades does Willard Elementary School serve?
Willard Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Willard Elementary School?
Willard Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 470 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willard Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Willard Elementary School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Willard Elementary School rank in NJ?
Willard Elementary School ranks #973 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Willard Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Willard Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Willard Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Willard Elementary School has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Willard Elementary School a charter school?
No, Willard Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Willard Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Willard Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Willard Elementary School?
0.6% of students at Willard 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 470
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.9%
- Phone
- (201) 670-2770
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 NJSLA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 NJSLA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 NJSLA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 NJSLA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- State assessments · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2025; directory SY 2023–24
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