Serving 223 students in grades 3-8, Mount Arlington Public School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mount Arlington Public School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mount Arlington Public School's student population of 223 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
223 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Heart and Future of Our Community
School Rankings
Mount Arlington Public School 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 Mount Arlington Public School is 0.65, 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
#890 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
9%
11%
Hispanic
40%
35%
Black
6%
14%
White
43%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Arlington Public School's ranking?
Mount Arlington Public School is ranked #890 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Mount Arlington Public School?
223 students attend Mount Arlington Public School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Mount Arlington Public School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mount Arlington Public School?
Mount Arlington Public School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mount Arlington Public School offer ?
Mount Arlington Public School offers enrollment in grades 3-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mount Arlington Public School part of?
Mount Arlington Public School is part of Mount Arlington Public School District.
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