Serving 396 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Rockaway Valley School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Rockaway Valley School serves the entire district of Boonton, NJ, encompassing an area of approximately 8.5 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rockaway Valley School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Rockaway Valley School's student population of 396 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rockaway Valley School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rockaway Valley School is 0.39, 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
#342 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
11%
Hispanic
11%
35%
Black
n/a
14%
White
77%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.6%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcons
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockaway Valley School's ranking?
Rockaway Valley School is ranked #342 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Rockaway Valley School often compared to?
Rockaway Valley Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverdale School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Rockaway Valley School?
396 students attend Rockaway Valley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Rockaway Valley School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rockaway Valley School?
Rockaway Valley School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rockaway Valley School offer ?
Rockaway Valley School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rockaway Valley School part of?
Rockaway Valley School is part of Boonton Township School District.
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