Serving 246 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Richard E Byrd School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (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 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richard E Byrd School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Richard E Byrd School's student population of 246 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
246 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
School Rankings
Richard E Byrd School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richard E Byrd School is 0.54, 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
#82 out of 2184 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
11%
Hispanic
9%
35%
Black
n/a
14%
White
65%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.7%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
38%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard E Byrd School's ranking?
Richard E Byrd School is ranked #82 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Richard E Byrd School often compared to?
Richard E Byrd Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clara E Coleman School, Alexander Hamilton School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% 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 Richard E Byrd School?
246 students attend Richard E Byrd School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Richard E Byrd School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richard E Byrd School?
Richard E Byrd School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Richard E Byrd School offer ?
Richard E Byrd School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richard E Byrd School part of?
Richard E Byrd School is part of Glen Rock Public School District.
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