Serving 543 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Edward H. Bryan ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher 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 Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edward H. Bryan ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Edward H. Bryan's student population of 543 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
543 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Edward H. Bryan ranks within the top 10% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edward H. Bryan is 0.63, 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
#135 out of 2201 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
40%
10%
Hispanic
9%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
46%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
32%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edward H. Bryan's ranking?
Edward H. Bryan is ranked #135 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Edward H. Bryan often compared to?
Edward H. Bryanis often viewed alongside schools like Merritt Memorial by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Edward H. Bryan?
543 students attend Edward H. Bryan.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Edward H. Bryan students are White, 40% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edward H. Bryan?
Edward H. Bryan has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Edward H. Bryan offer ?
Edward H. Bryan offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edward H. Bryan part of?
Edward H. Bryan is part of Cresskill Public School District.
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