Serving 805 students in grades 5-6, Linwood 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 15% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower 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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 805 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Linwood School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Linwood School's student population of 805 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
805 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Linwood 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 Linwood School is 0.72, 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
#1529 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
10%
Hispanic
43%
32%
Black
21%
15%
White
14%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Linwood School's ranking?
Linwood School is ranked #1529 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Linwood School?
805 students attend Linwood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Linwood School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 19% of students are Asian, 14% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Linwood School?
Linwood School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Linwood School offer ?
Linwood School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Linwood School part of?
Linwood School is part of North Brunswick Township School District.
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