Serving 363 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bret Harte Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bret Harte Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bret Harte Elementary School's student population of 363 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
363 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We shall provide all children with an education that develops open-minded thinkers with strong academic and interpersonal skills to thrive in an ever-changing world and make it a better place for all.
School Rankings
Bret Harte Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bret Harte Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#483 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
11%
Hispanic
9%
35%
Black
11%
14%
White
50%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bret Harte Elementary School's ranking?
Bret Harte Elementary School is ranked #483 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Bret Harte Elementary School often compared to?
Bret Harte Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horace Mann Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Bret Harte Elementary School?
363 students attend Bret Harte Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Bret Harte Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bret Harte Elementary School?
Bret Harte Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bret Harte Elementary School offer ?
Bret Harte Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bret Harte Elementary School part of?
Bret Harte Elementary School is part of Cherry Hill School District.
In what neighborhood is Bret Harte Elementary School located?
Bret Harte Elementary School is located in the Willowdale neighborhood of Cherry Hill, NJ.
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