Serving 645 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Honiss Elementarymiddle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Honiss Elementarymiddle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Honiss Elementarymiddle School's student population of 645 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
645 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Honiss Elementarymiddle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Honiss Elementarymiddle School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#725 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
36%
32%
Black
5%
15%
White
41%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Honiss Elementarymiddle School's ranking?
Honiss Elementarymiddle School is ranked #725 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Honiss Elementarymiddle School often compared to?
Honiss Elementarymiddle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grant Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Honiss Elementarymiddle School?
645 students attend Honiss Elementarymiddle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Honiss Elementarymiddle School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Honiss Elementarymiddle School?
Honiss Elementarymiddle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Honiss Elementarymiddle School offer ?
Honiss Elementarymiddle School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Honiss Elementarymiddle School part of?
Honiss Elementarymiddle School is part of Dumont Public School District.
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