Serving 553 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ho-ho-kus 51±¬ÁÏ ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher 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 22% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ho-ho-kus 51±¬ÁÏ ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ho-ho-kus 51±¬ÁÏ's student population of 553 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1936
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Ho-ho-kus 51±¬ÁÏ ranks within the top 5% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ho-ho-kus 51±¬ÁÏ is 0.38, 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
#53 out of 2184 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
11%
Hispanic
7%
34%
Black
1%
14%
White
78%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
32%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ho-ho-kus 51±¬ÁÏ's ranking?
Ho-ho-kus 51±¬ÁÏ is ranked #53 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Ho-ho-kus 51±¬ÁÏ?
553 students attend Ho-ho-kus 51±¬ÁÏ.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Ho-ho-kus 51±¬ÁÏ students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ho-ho-kus 51±¬ÁÏ?
Ho-ho-kus 51±¬ÁÏ has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ho-ho-kus 51±¬ÁÏ offer ?
Ho-ho-kus 51±¬ÁÏ offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ho-ho-kus 51±¬ÁÏ part of?
Ho-ho-kus 51±¬ÁÏ is part of Ho-Ho-Kus School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The academic program is not rigorous at all and students are not disciplined. The extracurricular activities are limited except for an exquisite art program. Middle school and lunchroom have updated facilities. The rest of the school has a much older classrooms.
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