Serving 353 students in grades 1-2, Dr. John Grieco Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34%
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. John Grieco Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Dr. John Grieco Elementary School's student population of 353 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
Total Students
353 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
The diversity score of Dr. John Grieco Elementary School is 0.45, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)30-34%
42%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)45-49%
55%

Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%

Hispanic
71%
34%

Black
21%
15%

White
4%
38%

Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
32%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Dr. John Grieco Elementary School often compared to?
Dr. John Grieco Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr. Leroy Mccloud Elementary School, Donald A. Quarles Early Childhood Center, Englewood On The Palisades Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NJ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% NJ state average).
How many students attend Dr. John Grieco Elementary School?
353 students attend Dr. John Grieco Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Dr. John Grieco Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. John Grieco Elementary School?
Dr. John Grieco Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dr. John Grieco Elementary School offer ?
Dr. John Grieco Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2
What school district is Dr. John Grieco Elementary School part of?
Dr. John Grieco Elementary School is part of Englewood Public School District.
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