Serving 365 students in grades 2-5, E Raymond Appleby Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
E Raymond Appleby Elementary School's student population of 365 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
365 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
E Raymond Appleby 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 E Raymond Appleby Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#967 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
11%
Hispanic
27%
35%
Black
3%
14%
White
58%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.4%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is E Raymond Appleby Elementary School's ranking?
E Raymond Appleby Elementary School is ranked #967 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend E Raymond Appleby Elementary School?
365 students attend E Raymond Appleby Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of E Raymond Appleby Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of E Raymond Appleby Elementary School?
E Raymond Appleby Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does E Raymond Appleby Elementary School offer ?
E Raymond Appleby Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is E Raymond Appleby Elementary School part of?
E Raymond Appleby Elementary School is part of Spotswood Public School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Good attention to detail and student safety /security is above average I probably would've had a better chance at getting into Fort Knox's than into E.R appleby elementary school in Spotswood NJ.
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