Serving 392 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Larchmont Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Larchmont Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Larchmont Elementary School's student population of 392 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Larchmont Elementary 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 Larchmont Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#895 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
17%
32%
Black
24%
15%
White
42%
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
17%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Larchmont Elementary School's ranking?
Larchmont Elementary School is ranked #895 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Larchmont Elementary School often compared to?
Larchmont Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Countryside Elementary School, Fleetwood Elementary School, Hillside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Larchmont Elementary School?
392 students attend Larchmont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Larchmont Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Larchmont Elementary School?
Larchmont Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Larchmont Elementary School offer ?
Larchmont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Larchmont Elementary School part of?
Larchmont Elementary School is part of Mount Laurel Township School District.
School Reviews
5 10/25/2021
Good school, they really look after the kids.
1 2/10/2020
Should be white only school!
1 8/29/2019
Horrible place for kids. don't send kids there, find alternative especially if special education needed. Highly uncooperative, underqualified staff.
2 9/19/2015
Terrible experience at this school. Avoid this school; my kids attended here. The teachers are terrible. Hopefully the new principal can change things
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