Serving 358 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, East Amwell Township ranks in the top 10% 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 51% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Amwell Township ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
East Amwell Township's student population of 358 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Amwell Township ranks within the top 10% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Amwell Township is 0.36, 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
#211 out of 2183 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
14%
32%
Black
1%
15%
White
79%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Amwell Township's ranking?
East Amwell Township is ranked #211 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are East Amwell Township often compared to?
East Amwell Townshipis often viewed alongside schools like Delaware Township School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend East Amwell Township?
358 students attend East Amwell Township.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of East Amwell Township students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Amwell Township?
East Amwell Township has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Amwell Township offer ?
East Amwell Township offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is East Amwell Township part of?
East Amwell Township is part of East Amwell Township School District.
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