Serving 429 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Julia A Traphagen School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Julia A Traphagen School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Julia A Traphagen School's student population of 429 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
429 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Julia A Traphagen School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Julia A Traphagen School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#258 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
21%
34%
Black
3%
15%
White
66%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
32%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Julia A Traphagen School's ranking?
Julia A Traphagen School is ranked #258 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Julia A Traphagen School often compared to?
Julia A Traphagen Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crescent Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Julia A Traphagen School?
429 students attend Julia A Traphagen School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Julia A Traphagen School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Julia A Traphagen School?
Julia A Traphagen School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Julia A Traphagen School offer ?
Julia A Traphagen School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Julia A Traphagen School part of?
Julia A Traphagen School is part of Waldwick School District.
School Reviews
3 12/6/2016
MY KIDS LOVE THIS SCHOOL
5 6/9/2015
My child had a successful 6 years (kindergarten~5th grade) at this school. All of the activities, staff members, and principal Mr. Robert Sileo had to offer was extravagant. This school had everything I wanted for my child. The school buildings were reconstructed which turned out excellent will clean bathrooms to new Smartboads. The art festivials and winter/spring concerts were entertaining as well as the annual ice cream social which everyone loves to be at school for. The teachers were all extremely nice and full of knowledge. I think this school has no limit for excellence and learning. I would definitely without a doubt recommend this school to a parent whom is looking for a school for his/her child. But I am worried about the middle school in this area.
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