Serving 369 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Mckenzie School 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 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mckenzie School's student population of 369 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
369 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Wildcats
School Rankings
Mckenzie School 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 Mckenzie School is 0.67, 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
#808 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
13%
11%
Hispanic
43%
35%
Black
4%
14%
White
36%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
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 Mckenzie School's ranking?
Mckenzie School is ranked #808 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Mckenzie School often compared to?
Mckenzie Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Euclid Elementary School, Frank W. Gavlak Elementary School, Haworth Public School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Mckenzie School?
369 students attend Mckenzie School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Mckenzie School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckenzie School?
Mckenzie School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mckenzie School offer ?
Mckenzie School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mckenzie School part of?
Mckenzie School is part of East Rutherford School District.
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