Summary:
The city of Mount Arlington, New Jersey is home to two public schools: Mount Arlington Public School, a middle school serving grades 3-8, and Edith M. Decker Elementary School, which serves pre-K through 2nd grade. Both schools are part of the Mount Arlington Public School District, which is ranked 188 out of 609 districts in New Jersey and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Of the two schools, Mount Arlington Public School stands out as the top performer, consistently ranking in the top half of New Jersey middle schools and reaching as high as 176th out of 752 in the 2024-2025 school year. The school's test scores are generally above the state averages, particularly in English Language Arts where several grade levels have over 80% proficiency. Despite spending slightly less per student ($3,206) compared to the elementary school ($3,403), Mount Arlington Public School maintains a lower student-teacher ratio of 7.2 compared to 10.7 at the elementary school.
Both schools in the district have relatively low chronic absenteeism rates, indicating a consistent level of school quality and engagement across the district. However, the district-level metrics suggest room for improvement, as the overall ranking and 3-star rating from SchoolDigger point to opportunities to further support the schools and drive better outcomes. Overall, the data highlights Mount Arlington Public School as a standout performer within the district, with strong academic results, efficient resource allocation, and a positive school climate.
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