Serving 698 students in grades 1-4, Campbell 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 70% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Campbell Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Metuchen school district, covering approximately 2.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5 to 10-minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Campbell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Campbell Elementary School's student population of 698 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
698 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Great things happen in service to others.
School Rankings
Campbell 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 Campbell Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#468 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
27%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.3%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Campbell Elementary School's ranking?
Campbell Elementary School is ranked #468 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Campbell Elementary School often compared to?
Campbell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carteret High School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Campbell Elementary School?
698 students attend Campbell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Campbell Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Campbell Elementary School?
Campbell Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Campbell Elementary School offer ?
Campbell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Campbell Elementary School part of?
Campbell Elementary School is part of Metuchen Public School District.
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