School Overview
Malcolm S. Mackay School, located at 111 Jefferson Avenue in Tenafly, New Jersey, is a highly regarded public elementary school serving students in grades K-5. As part of the Tenafly Public School District, the school is well-known for its commitment to academic excellence, a robust curriculum, and a nurturing environment that emphasizes the development of the "whole child." It consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in New Jersey, supported by a strong community focus and dedicated teaching staff who prioritize personalized instruction and student engagement.

Beyond academics, Mackay School places a significant emphasis on fostering a positive school climate and encouraging student participation in a variety of extracurricular activities. The school benefits from an active Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) that plays a vital role in enriching the educational experience through community events, enrichment programs, and resource support. With a focus on critical thinking, social-emotional learning, and global citizenship, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for success in middle school and beyond within the prestigious Tenafly educational framework.
331
Total Students
26.2
Full-Time Teachers
12.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
0.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Malcolm S Mackay School
Demographic Student Count
White131
Hispanic23
Black3
Asian155
Two or More18
American Indian1
  • Asian
    155 (46.8 %)
  • White
    131 (39.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    23 (6.9 %)
  • Two or More
    18 (5.4 %)
  • Black
    3 (0.9 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Tenafly Public School District
Phone: (201)816-7700
Website: http://www.tenaflyschools.org
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 331
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 26.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.6
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: 2
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 1
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 39
Grade 1 48
Grade 2 54
Grade 3 48
Grade 4 67
Grade 5 75

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Malcolm S Mackay School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten39
Grade 148
Grade 254
Grade 348
Grade 467
Grade 575
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Malcolm S Mackay School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female17151.7%
Male16048.3%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)