Serving 317 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Valley Road School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Road School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Valley Road School's student population of 317 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
317 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Valley Road School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Road School is 0.57, 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
#894 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%

Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1

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

Hispanic
33%
34%

Black
3%
15%

White
57%
38%

Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
32%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%

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 Valley Road School's ranking?
Valley Road School is ranked #894 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Valley Road School often compared to?
Valley Road Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandshore Rd. Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Valley Road School?
317 students attend Valley Road School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Valley Road School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley Road School?
Valley Road School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Valley Road School offer ?
Valley Road School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Valley Road School part of?
Valley Road School is part of Stanhope School District.
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