Serving 217 students in grades 2-4, Luther Lee Emerson School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Luther Lee Emerson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Luther Lee Emerson School's student population of 217 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
Total Students
217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Luther Lee Emerson School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Luther Lee Emerson 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
#107 out of 2183 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
31%
10%
Hispanic
5%
32%
Black
1%
15%
White
57%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
1%
32%
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 Luther Lee Emerson School's ranking?
Luther Lee Emerson School is ranked #107 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Luther Lee Emerson School often compared to?
Luther Lee Emerson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Malcolm S Mackay School, Hillside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Luther Lee Emerson School?
217 students attend Luther Lee Emerson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Luther Lee Emerson School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Luther Lee Emerson School?
Luther Lee Emerson School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Luther Lee Emerson School offer ?
Luther Lee Emerson School offers enrollment in grades 2-4
What school district is Luther Lee Emerson School part of?
Luther Lee Emerson School is part of Demarest School District.
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