Serving 341 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Malcolm S Mackay School ranks in the top 5% 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 80-84% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Malcolm S Mackay School 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
Malcolm S Mackay School's student population of 341 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
341 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Malcolm S Mackay School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Malcolm S Mackay School 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
#86 out of 2184 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
43%
11%
Hispanic
7%
34%
Black
n/a
14%
White
43%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Malcolm S Mackay School's ranking?
Malcolm S Mackay School is ranked #86 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Malcolm S Mackay School often compared to?
Malcolm S Mackay Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walter Stillman School, Ralph S Maugham School, J Spencer Smith School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Malcolm S Mackay School?
341 students attend Malcolm S Mackay School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Malcolm S Mackay School students are Asian, 43% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Malcolm S Mackay School?
Malcolm S Mackay School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Malcolm S Mackay School offer ?
Malcolm S Mackay School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Malcolm S Mackay School part of?
Malcolm S Mackay School is part of Tenafly Public School District.
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