Serving 388 students in grades 4-5, Joyce Kilmer School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joyce Kilmer School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Joyce Kilmer School's student population of 388 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joyce Kilmer School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joyce Kilmer School is 0.58, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#661 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
12%
32%
Black
3%
15%
White
61%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joyce Kilmer School's ranking?
Joyce Kilmer School is ranked #661 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Joyce Kilmer School often compared to?
Joyce Kilmer Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Apshawa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Joyce Kilmer School?
388 students attend Joyce Kilmer School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Joyce Kilmer School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joyce Kilmer School?
Joyce Kilmer School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Joyce Kilmer School offer ?
Joyce Kilmer School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Joyce Kilmer School part of?
Joyce Kilmer School is part of Mahwah Township Public School District.
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