Serving 389 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Valley Road School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than 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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Road School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Valley Road School's student population of 389 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valley Road School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Road School is 0.37, 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
#357 out of 2183 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
14%
32%
Black
1%
15%
White
78%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
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
2%
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 Valley Road School's ranking?
Valley Road School is ranked #357 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Valley Road School often compared to?
Valley Road Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frank K. Hehnly by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Valley Road School?
389 students attend Valley Road School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Valley Road School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley Road School?
Valley Road School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Valley Road School offer ?
Valley Road School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Valley Road School part of?
Valley Road School is part of Clark Township Public School District.
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