Serving 494 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dorchester Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (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 24% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Dorchester Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Woodcliff Lake, NJ, encompassing approximately 3.5 square miles. The typical drive within this zone takes about 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 0.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and the furthest edge being 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dorchester Elementary 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
Dorchester Elementary School's student population of 494 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
494 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Have a kind heart, a growing mind, and a Warrior spirit.
School Rankings
Dorchester Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dorchester Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#143 out of 2184 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
11%
Hispanic
8%
35%
Black
n/a
14%
White
76%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.8%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
38%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dorchester Elementary School's ranking?
Dorchester Elementary School is ranked #143 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Dorchester Elementary School?
494 students attend Dorchester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Dorchester Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dorchester Elementary School?
Dorchester Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dorchester Elementary School offer ?
Dorchester Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dorchester Elementary School part of?
Dorchester Elementary School is part of Woodcliff Lake School District.
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