Elmer Elementary School serves 197 students in grades Kindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Attendance Zone: Elmer Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Elmer, NJ, covering approximately 45.9 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 7.4 miles and the furthest edge reaching 10.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elmer Elementary School's student population of 197 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
197 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
WE BELIEVE IN GROWING ALL LEARNERS TO THRIVE!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Elmer Elementary School is 0.44, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Patience Respect Integrity Diligence Empathy
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Elmer Elementary School often compared to?
Elmer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harrison Township Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Elmer Elementary School?
197 students attend Elmer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Elmer Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elmer Elementary School?
Elmer Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Elmer Elementary School offer ?
Elmer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elmer Elementary School part of?
Elmer Elementary School is part of Pittsgrove Township School District.
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