Serving 384 students in grades 3-6, Eleanor Van Gelder ranks in the top 50% 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% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eleanor Van Gelder School serves the entire district of Edgewater, NJ, with an attendance zone that spans approximately 2.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, as the furthest edge of the zone is about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eleanor Van Gelder's student population of 384 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 58% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
384 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eleanor Van Gelder 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 Van Gelder is 0.70, 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
#667 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
43%
11%
Hispanic
20%
35%
Black
3%
14%
White
28%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eleanor Van Gelder's ranking?
Eleanor Van Gelder is ranked #667 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Eleanor Van Gelder often compared to?
Eleanor Van Gelderis often viewed alongside schools like George Washington School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Eleanor Van Gelder?
384 students attend Eleanor Van Gelder.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Eleanor Van Gelder students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eleanor Van Gelder?
Eleanor Van Gelder has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Eleanor Van Gelder offer ?
Eleanor Van Gelder offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eleanor Van Gelder part of?
Eleanor Van Gelder is part of Edgewater School District.
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