Serving 208 students in grades 4-5, Eleanor G. Hewitt 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 50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eleanor G. Hewitt's student population of 208 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
208 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eleanor G. Hewitt ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eleanor G. Hewitt is 0.45, 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
#914 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
11%
Hispanic
17%
35%
Black
1%
14%
White
72%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.1%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eleanor G. Hewitt's ranking?
Eleanor G. Hewitt is ranked #914 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Eleanor G. Hewitt?
208 students attend Eleanor G. Hewitt.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Eleanor G. Hewitt students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eleanor G. Hewitt?
Eleanor G. Hewitt has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Eleanor G. Hewitt offer ?
Eleanor G. Hewitt offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eleanor G. Hewitt part of?
Eleanor G. Hewitt is part of Ringwood School District.
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