Serving 346 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Travell Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Travell Elementary 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
Travell Elementary School's student population of 346 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Travell Elementary 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 Travell Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#119 out of 2201 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
25%
10%
Hispanic
7%
33%
Black
n/a
15%
White
59%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Travell Elementary School's ranking?
Travell Elementary School is ranked #119 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Travell Elementary School often compared to?
Travell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Somerville Elementary School, Hawes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Travell Elementary School?
346 students attend Travell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Travell Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Travell Elementary School?
Travell Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Travell Elementary School offer ?
Travell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Travell Elementary School part of?
Travell Elementary School is part of Ridgewood Public School District.
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