Serving 1,005 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Haledon 51±¬ÁÏ ranks in the bottom 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 24% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,005 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Haledon 51±¬ÁÏ's student population of 1,005 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,005 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
School Rankings
Haledon 51±¬ÁÏ ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Haledon 51±¬ÁÏ is 0.53, 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
#1733 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
11%
Hispanic
66%
34%
Black
12%
14%
White
14%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Haledon 51±¬ÁÏ's ranking?
Haledon 51±¬ÁÏ is ranked #1733 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Haledon 51±¬ÁÏ often compared to?
Haledon 51±¬ÁÏis often viewed alongside schools like Prospect Park School No. 1 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Haledon 51±¬ÁÏ?
1,005 students attend Haledon 51±¬ÁÏ.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Haledon 51±¬ÁÏ students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Haledon 51±¬ÁÏ?
Haledon 51±¬ÁÏ has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Haledon 51±¬ÁÏ offer ?
Haledon 51±¬ÁÏ offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Haledon 51±¬ÁÏ part of?
Haledon 51±¬ÁÏ is part of Haledon 51±¬ÁÏ District.
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