Serving 347 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lillian M. Steen 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 45-49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lillian M. Steen ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lillian M. Steen's student population of 347 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Lillian M. Steen ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lillian M. Steen 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
#693 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
11%
Hispanic
70%
35%
Black
9%
14%
White
10%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lillian M. Steen's ranking?
Lillian M. Steen is ranked #693 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Lillian M. Steen often compared to?
Lillian M. Steenis often viewed alongside schools like E. Roy Bixby by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lillian M. Steen?
347 students attend Lillian M. Steen.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Lillian M. Steen students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lillian M. Steen?
Lillian M. Steen has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lillian M. Steen offer ?
Lillian M. Steen offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lillian M. Steen part of?
Lillian M. Steen is part of Bogota Public School District.
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