Serving 354 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ralph S Maugham 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 78% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ralph S Maugham 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
Ralph S Maugham School's student population of 354 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ralph S Maugham 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 Ralph S Maugham 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
#90 out of 2201 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
30%
10%
Hispanic
10%
34%
Black
n/a
15%
White
56%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
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 Ralph S Maugham School's ranking?
Ralph S Maugham School is ranked #90 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Ralph S Maugham School often compared to?
Ralph S Maugham Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walter Stillman School, Malcolm S Mackay School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Ralph S Maugham School?
354 students attend Ralph S Maugham School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Ralph S Maugham School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ralph S Maugham School?
Ralph S Maugham School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ralph S Maugham School offer ?
Ralph S Maugham School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ralph S Maugham School part of?
Ralph S Maugham School is part of Tenafly Public School District.
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