Serving 904 students in grades 5-6, Hartford Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 48% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 904 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hartford Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hartford Upper Elementary School's student population of 904 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
904 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hartford Upper Elementary 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 Hartford Upper Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#714 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
9%
32%
Black
14%
15%
White
52%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Hartford Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Hartford Upper Elementary School is ranked #714 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hartford Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Hartford Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moorestown Upper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Hartford Upper Elementary School?
904 students attend Hartford Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Hartford Upper Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hartford Upper Elementary School?
Hartford Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hartford Upper Elementary School offer ?
Hartford Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Hartford Upper Elementary School part of?
Hartford Upper Elementary School is part of Mount Laurel Township School District.
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