Serving 507 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr. Gerald H. Woehr Elementary 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 61% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Gerald H. Woehr Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Dr. Gerald H. Woehr Elementary School's student population of 507 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
507 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dr. Gerald H. Woehr Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Gerald H. Woehr Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#642 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
14%
32%
Black
1%
15%
White
82%
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
7%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Gerald H. Woehr Elementary School's ranking?
Dr. Gerald H. Woehr Elementary School is ranked #642 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Dr. Gerald H. Woehr Elementary School often compared to?
Dr. Gerald H. Woehr Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Dover Elementary School, Elms Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Dr. Gerald H. Woehr Elementary School?
507 students attend Dr. Gerald H. Woehr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Dr. Gerald H. Woehr Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. Gerald H. Woehr Elementary School?
Dr. Gerald H. Woehr Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dr. Gerald H. Woehr Elementary School offer ?
Dr. Gerald H. Woehr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dr. Gerald H. Woehr Elementary School part of?
Dr. Gerald H. Woehr Elementary School is part of Plumsted Township School District.
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