Serving 438 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Charles H. Bullock School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Charles H. Bullock School encompasses the entire Montclair school district, covering approximately 6.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles H. Bullock School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Charles H. Bullock School's student population of 438 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
438 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2015
School Calendar
School Motto
Nurturing Lifelong Learners
School Rankings
Charles H. Bullock School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles H. Bullock School is 0.65, 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
#477 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles H. Bullock School's ranking?
Charles H. Bullock School is ranked #477 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Charles H. Bullock School often compared to?
Charles H. Bullock Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edgemont Elementary School, Watchung Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Charles H. Bullock School?
438 students attend Charles H. Bullock School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Charles H. Bullock School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles H. Bullock School?
Charles H. Bullock School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Charles H. Bullock School offer ?
Charles H. Bullock School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charles H. Bullock School part of?
Charles H. Bullock School is part of Montclair Public School District.
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