Ho-Ho-Kus Public School vs Julia A Traphagen School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ho-Ho-Kus Public School
Ho Ho Kus · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
573 students
Julia A Traphagen School
Waldwick · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
414 students
| Measure | Ho-Ho-Kus Public School Ho Ho Kus, New Jersey | Julia A Traphagen School Waldwick, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 89 Top 5% |
| State rank | #84 of 1,479 | #221 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #272 of 50,301 | #1065 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 573 | 414 |
| Enrollment | 573 | 414 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 10.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 83% | 67% |
| city | Ho Ho Kus | Waldwick |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ho-Ho-Kus Public School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (93.1 vs 88.8).
- •Ho-Ho-Kus Public School does better on math proficiency (83% vs 67%).
- •Ho-Ho-Kus Public School does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 72%).
- •Julia A Traphagen School does better on students per teacher (10.1 vs 12.2).
- •Ho-Ho-Kus Public School is the larger school with 573 students compared with 414.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Ho-Ho-Kus Public School better than Julia A Traphagen School?
On the Success Index (US), Ho-Ho-Kus Public School ranks higher (93.1 vs 88.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Ho-Ho-Kus Public School and Julia A Traphagen School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Ho Ho Kus and Waldwick in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ho-Ho-Kus Public School: 573. Julia A Traphagen School: 414. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ho-Ho-Kus Public School and Julia A Traphagen School rank in New Jersey?
Ho-Ho-Kus Public School is 84th of 1,479 and Julia A Traphagen School is 221st of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).