Serving 499 students in grades 1-3, Dr. John Grieco Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34%
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49%
- Attendance Zone: Dr. John Grieco Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Englewood, NJ, encompassing approximately 4.9 square miles. Most areas within this zone are typically a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.7 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 2.7 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr. John Grieco Elementary School's student population of 499 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
499 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
Average Class Size
15 students
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dr. John Grieco Elementary School is 0.47, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)30-34%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)45-49%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
70%
35%
Black
21%
14%
White
4%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Dr. John Grieco Elementary School often compared to?
Dr. John Grieco Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr. Leroy Mccloud Elementary School, Donald A. Quarles Early Childhood Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NJ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% NJ state average).
How many students attend Dr. John Grieco Elementary School?
499 students attend Dr. John Grieco Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Dr. John Grieco Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. John Grieco Elementary School?
Dr. John Grieco Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dr. John Grieco Elementary School offer ?
Dr. John Grieco Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. John Grieco Elementary School part of?
Dr. John Grieco Elementary School is part of Englewood Public School District.
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