Essex Fells Elementary School

102 HAWTHORNE RD ESSEX FELLS NJ 07021

About Essex Fells Elementary School

Essex Fells Elementary School, a high performing elementary school, instructs approximately 247 students in grades PreK–6 by approximately 25 full-time certified teachers—resulting in a student–teacher ratio close to 10 : 1. Academic achievement is always strong: approximately 82 % of students in mathematics and around 87 % in reading are proficient, reflecting excellent school performance, student outcomes, and academic excellence, placing the school in the top 5 % statewide. The student body is about 77 % White, 7 % Asian, 7 % Hispanic, 7 % multiracial, and 2 % Black, with about 1 % eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. Faculty are highly qualified, many with master’s degrees and years of experience. Situated in upscale Essex Fells, the median home price is around $976,000. The school is a close-knit public elementary with strong academics, caring staff, and active parent involvement, making it one of the best classical schools in Essex Fells.

Contact Information

Address

102 HAWTHORNE RD ESSEX FELLS NJ 07021

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Phone

(973) 226-0505

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 48%
Reading 48%
State average proficiency is 48% in Math and 48% in Reading.
30
Full-time Teachers
10 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
8
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
244
Total Students
$62377
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP [percent] IN STEM IN STATE

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More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
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School Ratings

Ranked

7

of 10 in new jersey

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:30 AM - 3:05 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 79.1%
Asian 5.7%
Hispanic 6.6%
Black 2.5%
Two+ Races 6.1%
Native Am. 0%
White
79.1%
Asian
5.7%
Hispanic
6.6%
Black
2.5%
Two+ Races
6.1%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 244
48%
117 Female
52%
127 Male

Student Population

244 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 10 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

The 2025–2026 school year calendar for Essex Fells School is now posted, listing important dates such as the first day of school, holidays, and breaks, and the final day of classes.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

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James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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