Serving 392 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Henry B. Milnes Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Henry B. Milnes Elementary School serves a central area in Fair Lawn, NJ, covering approximately 0.9 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone about 1.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry B. Milnes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Henry B. Milnes Elementary School's student population of 392 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Henry B. Milnes 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 Henry B. Milnes Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#117 out of 2184 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Asian
21%
11%
Hispanic
16%
35%
Black
2%
14%
White
57%
37%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry B. Milnes Elementary School's ranking?
Henry B. Milnes Elementary School is ranked #117 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Henry B. Milnes Elementary School often compared to?
Henry B. Milnes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Radburn Elementary School, Lyncrest Elementary School, Warren Point Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Henry B. Milnes Elementary School?
392 students attend Henry B. Milnes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Henry B. Milnes Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henry B. Milnes Elementary School?
Henry B. Milnes Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Henry B. Milnes Elementary School offer ?
Henry B. Milnes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Henry B. Milnes Elementary School part of?
Henry B. Milnes Elementary School is part of Fair Lawn Public School District.
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