Serving 359 students in grades 3-5, Beatrice Gilmore School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beatrice Gilmore School's student population of 359 students has grown by 65% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Beatrice Gilmore School 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 Beatrice Gilmore School is 0.62, 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
#1287 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
11%
Hispanic
41%
35%
Black
5%
14%
White
46%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beatrice Gilmore School's ranking?
Beatrice Gilmore School is ranked #1287 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Beatrice Gilmore School?
359 students attend Beatrice Gilmore School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Beatrice Gilmore School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beatrice Gilmore School?
Beatrice Gilmore School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Beatrice Gilmore School offer ?
Beatrice Gilmore School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Beatrice Gilmore School part of?
Beatrice Gilmore School is part of Woodland Park School District.
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