Summary:
The West Milford Township Public School District in New Jersey is home to 5 elementary schools that serve students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade. These schools demonstrate a range of academic performance, with several standouts leading the way.
Upper Greenwood Lake Elementary School consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the district and state, earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. It boasts strong test scores, particularly in mathematics, with over 68% of 3rd and 5th graders proficient or better. Apshawa Elementary School also performs exceptionally well, with 80% of 4th graders proficient or better in mathematics, significantly outpacing the district and state averages. While ranked slightly lower, Paradise Knoll Elementary School still demonstrates impressive performance, with the lowest student-teacher ratio in the district at 10.3 and high 4th and 5th grade test scores.
Across the district, the schools face some common challenges, such as a chronic absenteeism rate of 14.9%, which is higher than the state average. The free/reduced lunch rates also vary, ranging from 9.69% at Maple Road Elementary School to 21.64% at Marshall Hill Elementary School, indicating varying levels of economic disadvantage. The district's per-student spending also ranges from $10,908 to $12,904, with an average of $12,154 across all schools.
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