Serving 608 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Anna C. Scott Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 63% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 81% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anna C. Scott Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Anna C. Scott Elementary School's student population of 608 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
608 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Anna C. Scott Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anna C. Scott Elementary 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
#601 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
49%
10%
Hispanic
23%
33%
Black
2%
15%
White
19%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anna C. Scott Elementary School's ranking?
Anna C. Scott Elementary School is ranked #601 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Anna C. Scott Elementary School often compared to?
Anna C. Scott Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leonia Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Anna C. Scott Elementary School?
608 students attend Anna C. Scott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Anna C. Scott Elementary School students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anna C. Scott Elementary School?
Anna C. Scott Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Anna C. Scott Elementary School offer ?
Anna C. Scott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Anna C. Scott Elementary School part of?
Anna C. Scott Elementary School is part of Leonia Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Anna C. Scott Elementary School located?
Anna C. Scott Elementary School is located in the Koreatown neighborhood of Leonia, NJ.
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