Serving 506 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Francis Lore 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 13% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower 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 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Francis Lore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Francis Lore Elementary School's student population of 506 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Francis Lore 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 Francis Lore Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#1520 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
23%
32%
Black
38%
15%
White
25%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Francis Lore Elementary School's ranking?
Francis Lore Elementary School is ranked #1520 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Francis Lore Elementary School?
506 students attend Francis Lore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Francis Lore Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Francis Lore Elementary School?
Francis Lore Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Francis Lore Elementary School offer ?
Francis Lore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Francis Lore Elementary School part of?
Francis Lore Elementary School is part of Ewing Township School District.
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