Serving 259 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Richard E Byrd School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richard E Byrd 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
Richard E Byrd School's student population of 259 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
School Rankings
Richard E Byrd School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richard E Byrd School is 0.54, 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
#82 out of 2184 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
8%
34%
Black
n/a
15%
White
65%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
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 Richard E Byrd School's ranking?
Richard E Byrd School is ranked #82 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Richard E Byrd School often compared to?
Richard E Byrd Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clara E Coleman School, Alexander Hamilton School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Richard E Byrd School?
259 students attend Richard E Byrd School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Richard E Byrd School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richard E Byrd School?
Richard E Byrd School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Richard E Byrd School offer ?
Richard E Byrd School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richard E Byrd School part of?
Richard E Byrd School is part of Glen Rock Public School District.
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