Very Good
#516 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 21% in state
Winston S. Churchill School
Elementary School · Fairfield Public School District
233 FAIRFIELD ROAD, Fairfield, NJ 07004
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
3rd – 6th
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
3rd – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#516 of 2,466
In Fairfield
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Fairfield Public School District
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Winston S. Churchill School
Winston S. Churchill School is a public elementary school in Fairfield, NJ, part of Fairfield Public School District. Winston S.
Churchill School serves approximately 384 students, and covers grades 3rd-6th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Winston S. Churchill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #516 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Winston S. Churchill School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Winston S. Churchill School — Students at Winston S. Churchill School score 65% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
4.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 45 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: 9.9/10.
How Winston S. Churchill School Compares
See how Winston S. Churchill 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
233 FAIRFIELD ROAD, Fairfield, NJ 07004
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Winston S. Churchill School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Park Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Lincoln Park), with a very similar rating. Another option is Grandview Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby N. Caldwell), a more accessible option. Additionally, Jefferson Elementary School (rated 5.9/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby West Caldwell), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fairfield, see our Fairfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GLENVIEW ACADEMY Fairfield | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| THE GRAMON SCHOOL Fairfield | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| NEW BEGINNINGS Fairfield | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Essex High School Fairfield | 1.1 mi | — |
| Essex Campus Academy Fairfield | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| West Essex High School North Caldwell | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Adlai E. Stevenson School Fairfield | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| West Essex Middle School North Caldwell | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Essex County West Caldwell Tech West Caldwell | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| ESSEX VALLEY SCHOOL West Caldwell | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Washington Elementary School West Caldwell | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Harrison School West Caldwell | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Lincoln Park Elementary School Lincoln Park | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Grover Cleveland Middle School Caldwell | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Grandview Elementary School N. Caldwell | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| James Caldwell High School West Caldwell | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Gould/Mountain Elementary School N. Caldwell | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Jefferson Elementary School West Caldwell | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| LAKEVIEW LEARNING CENTER Wayne | 2.7 mi | — |
| Little Falls Township Public School # 3 Little Falls | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,750
Median Home Value
$651,800
Median Rent
$2,576/mo
Population
7,712
College Educated
51.5%
Homeownership
79.3%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
49.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary School Wyckoff, NJ | 7.7 |
| Belleville PS3 Belleville, NJ | 7.7 |
| Cambridge Park Elementary School Aberdeen, NJ | 7.7 |
| Charles H. Bullock School Montclair, NJ | 7.7 |
| Cleveland Street Elementary School Orange, NJ | 7.7 |
| Connecticut Farms Elementary Union, NJ | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Winston S. Churchill School
What grades does Winston S. Churchill School serve?
Winston S. Churchill School serves students in grades 3rd through 6th.
How many students attend Winston S. Churchill School?
Winston S. Churchill School has an enrollment of approximately 384 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Winston S. Churchill School?
The student-teacher ratio at Winston S. Churchill School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Winston S. Churchill School rank in NJ?
Winston S. Churchill School ranks #516 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Winston S. Churchill School's MySchoolScout rating?
Winston S. Churchill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Winston S. Churchill School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Winston S. Churchill School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Winston S. Churchill School a charter school?
No, Winston S. Churchill School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Winston S. Churchill School a Title I school?
No, Winston S. Churchill School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Winston S. Churchill School?
4.9% of students at Winston S. Churchill 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
- 3rd – 6th
- Enrollment
- 384
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 4.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.0%
- Phone
- (973) 227-2638
Resources & Links
District
Fairfield Public School District- District Enrollment
- 705
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,833
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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