Serving 322 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Upper Pittsgrove School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upper Pittsgrove School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Upper Pittsgrove School's student population of 322 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 1600% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Upper Pittsgrove School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Upper Pittsgrove School is 0.22, 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
#472 out of 2183 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
6%
32%
Black
2%
15%
White
88%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
5%
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 Upper Pittsgrove School's ranking?
Upper Pittsgrove School is ranked #472 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Upper Pittsgrove School often compared to?
Upper Pittsgrove Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alloway Township School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Upper Pittsgrove School?
322 students attend Upper Pittsgrove School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Upper Pittsgrove School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Upper Pittsgrove School?
Upper Pittsgrove School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Upper Pittsgrove School offer ?
Upper Pittsgrove School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Upper Pittsgrove School part of?
Upper Pittsgrove School is part of Upper Pittsgrove TWP School District.
School Reviews
5 9/26/2022
The school staff is great... In my opinion one of the best schools! My little ones had made incredible progress and the members are always doing extra work to keep our children interested.
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