Serving 295 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Travell Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 80-84% (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 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Travell Elementary School serves a central area in Ridgewood, NJ, covering approximately 0.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest point in the attendance zone located about 1.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Travell Elementary 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
Travell Elementary School's student population of 295 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
295 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Travell Elementary 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 Travell Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#89 out of 2184 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
24%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.1%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
38%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Travell Elementary School's ranking?
Travell Elementary School is ranked #89 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Travell Elementary School often compared to?
Travell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orchard Elementary School, Hawes Elementary School, Somerville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% 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 Travell Elementary School?
295 students attend Travell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Travell Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Travell Elementary School?
Travell Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Travell Elementary School offer ?
Travell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Travell Elementary School part of?
Travell Elementary School is part of Ridgewood Public School District.
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