Serving 452 students in grades 4-5, Applegarth Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Applegarth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Applegarth Elementary School's student population of 452 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Applegarth Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Applegarth Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#146 out of 2201 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
81%
10%
Hispanic
4%
32%
Black
3%
15%
White
10%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
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 Applegarth Elementary School's ranking?
Applegarth Elementary School is ranked #146 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Applegarth Elementary School often compared to?
Applegarth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Tree Elementary School, Brookside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Applegarth Elementary School?
452 students attend Applegarth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Applegarth Elementary School students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Applegarth Elementary School?
Applegarth Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Applegarth Elementary School offer ?
Applegarth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Applegarth Elementary School part of?
Applegarth Elementary School is part of Monroe Township School District.
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