Serving 438 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Central School ranks in the top 5% 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 67% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% 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: 438 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Central School's student population of 438 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
438 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central School is 0.29, 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
#51 out of 2183 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
5%
32%
Black
1%
15%
White
84%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
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 Central School's ranking?
Central School is ranked #51 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Central School often compared to?
Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elizabeth Haddon School, J. Fithian Tatem School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Central School?
438 students attend Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Central School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central School?
Central School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Central School offer ?
Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Central School part of?
Central School is part of Haddonfield School District.
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