Serving 484 students in grades 4-8, Samuel S. Yellin 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 18% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School's student population of 484 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
484 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#1324 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
17%
32%
Black
11%
15%
White
64%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School's ranking?
Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School is ranked #1324 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School often compared to?
Samuel S. Yellin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sterling High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School?
484 students attend Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School?
Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School offer ?
Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School part of?
Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School is part of Stratford School District.
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