Serving 251 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Edgemont Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Edgemont Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Montclair school district, encompassing approximately 6.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone edge being 1.6 miles and the furthest edge located 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edgemont Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Edgemont Elementary School's student population of 251 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
251 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
‘Learning is the key to success’
School Rankings
Edgemont Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edgemont Elementary 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
#394 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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)10%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edgemont Elementary School's ranking?
Edgemont Elementary School is ranked #394 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Edgemont Elementary School often compared to?
Edgemont Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Watchung Elementary School, Charles H. Bullock School, Bradford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Edgemont Elementary School?
251 students attend Edgemont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Edgemont Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edgemont Elementary School?
Edgemont Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Edgemont Elementary School offer ?
Edgemont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edgemont Elementary School part of?
Edgemont Elementary School is part of Montclair Public School District.
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