Ralph S Maugham School

www.tenaflyschools.org

353 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Ralph S. Maugham Elementary School is a highly regarded public school located in the suburban community of Tenafly, New Jersey. Serving students in grades K-5, the school is part of the Tenafly Public School District, which is consistently ranked among the top-performing districts in the state. Maugham is known for its strong emphasis on academic excellence, a supportive and inclusive community atmosphere, and a dedicated faculty committed to fostering the social, emotional, and intellectual growth of its students.

Beyond its rigorous curriculum, the school places a significant focus on cultivating a well-rounded educational experience. Maugham prides itself on its active parental involvement and a robust PTA that enhances the student experience through various enrichment programs, cultural activities, and community events. With its proximity to New York City and its location in a community that places a high value on education, Maugham Elementary is recognized for preparing its students for future success in a collaborative and nurturing environment.

353

Total Students

26.9

Full-Time Teachers

13.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

4.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Ralph S Maugham School
Demographic	Student Count
White	184
Hispanic	41
Black	3
Asian	104
Two or More	21

White
184 (52.1 %)
Asian
104 (29.5 %)
Hispanic
41 (11.6 %)
Two or More
21 (5.9 %)
Black
3 (0.8 %)

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)816-7705
Website:	http://www.tenaflyschools.org
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	353
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	26.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.1
NSLP Participation:¹	No
Qualified Free Lunch:	11
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	3

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 39

Grade 1 58

Grade 2 62

Grade 3 54

Grade 4 62

Grade 5 72

Ungraded 6