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Mountain Park School

55 Fairfax Dr
Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 214 students in grades 3-5, Mountain Park School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 214 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : Top 10% in NJ
  • : 73% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

School Overview

Mountain Park School's student population of 214 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
214 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar

School Rankings

Mountain Park School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountain Park School is 0.64, 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.
This School
State Level (NJ)
#206 out of 2184 schools
(Top 10%)
73%
38%
70-74%
49%
65-69%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
11%
Hispanic
13%
34%
Black
2%
14%
White
54%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.64
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mountain Park School's ranking?
Mountain Park School is ranked #206 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Mountain Park School?
214 students attend Mountain Park School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Mountain Park School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mountain Park School?
Mountain Park School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mountain Park School offer ?
Mountain Park School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mountain Park School part of?
Mountain Park School is part of Berkeley Heights School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 214 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 73% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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