Serving 338 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Chittick Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 49% (which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chittick Elementary School serves the eastern part of East Brunswick, NJ, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chittick Elementary School's student population of 338 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
338 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chittick Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chittick 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
#822 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
23%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Chittick Elementary School's ranking?
Chittick Elementary School is ranked #822 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Chittick Elementary School often compared to?
Chittick Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bowne-munro Elementary School, A Chester Redshaw School, Central 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 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Chittick Elementary School?
338 students attend Chittick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Chittick Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chittick Elementary School?
Chittick Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Chittick Elementary School offer ?
Chittick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chittick Elementary School part of?
Chittick Elementary School is part of East Brunswick Township School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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