Serving 325 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Walter Stillman 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 81% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (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 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walter Stillman 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
Walter Stillman School's student population of 325 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Walter Stillman School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walter Stillman School is 0.63, 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
#66 out of 2201 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
42%
10%
Hispanic
9%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
43%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walter Stillman School's ranking?
Walter Stillman School is ranked #66 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Walter Stillman School often compared to?
Walter Stillman Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ralph S Maugham School, J Spencer Smith School, Malcolm S Mackay School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Walter Stillman School?
325 students attend Walter Stillman School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Walter Stillman School students are White, 42% of students are Asian, 9% 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 Walter Stillman School?
Walter Stillman School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Walter Stillman School offer ?
Walter Stillman School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walter Stillman School part of?
Walter Stillman School is part of Tenafly Public School District.
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