Serving 425 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Julia A Traphagen School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Julia A Traphagen 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
Julia A Traphagen School's student population of 425 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
425 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Julia A Traphagen School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Julia A Traphagen School is 0.49, 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
#201 out of 2201 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
21%
33%
Black
3%
15%
White
68%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
31%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Julia A Traphagen School's ranking?
Julia A Traphagen School is ranked #201 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Julia A Traphagen School often compared to?
Julia A Traphagen Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crescent Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Julia A Traphagen School?
425 students attend Julia A Traphagen School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Julia A Traphagen School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Julia A Traphagen School?
Julia A Traphagen School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Julia A Traphagen School offer ?
Julia A Traphagen School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Julia A Traphagen School part of?
Julia A Traphagen School is part of Waldwick School District.
School Reviews
3 12/6/2016
MY KIDS LOVE THIS SCHOOL
5 6/9/2015
My child had a successful 6 years (kindergarten~5th grade) at this school. All of the activities, staff members, and principal Mr. Robert Sileo had to offer was extravagant. This school had everything I wanted for my child. The school buildings were reconstructed which turned out excellent will clean bathrooms to new Smartboads. The art festivials and winter/spring concerts were entertaining as well as the annual ice cream social which everyone loves to be at school for. The teachers were all extremely nice and full of knowledge. I think this school has no limit for excellence and learning. I would definitely without a doubt recommend this school to a parent whom is looking for a school for his/her child. But I am worried about the middle school in this area.
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