Serving 299 students in grades 5-8, Richard Butler School ranks in the top 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 21% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richard Butler School's student population of 299 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richard Butler 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 Richard Butler School is 0.50, 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
#953 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
33%
32%
Black
2%
15%
White
63%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
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 Richard Butler School's ranking?
Richard Butler School is ranked #953 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Richard Butler School?
299 students attend Richard Butler School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Richard Butler School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richard Butler School?
Richard Butler School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Richard Butler School offer ?
Richard Butler School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Richard Butler School part of?
Richard Butler School is part of Butler Public School District.
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