Serving 610 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Evergreen Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 1% in NJ)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Evergreen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Evergreen Elementary School's student population of 610 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
610 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Evergreen Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)22%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)28%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
92%
32%
Black
7%
15%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% NJ state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% NJ state average).
How many students attend Evergreen Elementary School?
610 students attend Evergreen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Evergreen Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Evergreen Elementary School?
Evergreen Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Evergreen Elementary School offer ?
Evergreen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Evergreen Elementary School part of?
Evergreen Elementary School is part of Plainfield Public School District.
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