Serving 296 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fort Dix Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% 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-5
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fort Dix Elementary School's student population of 296 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
296 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Pursuing Excellence, One Child at a Time
School Rankings
Fort Dix Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Dix Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1104 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
26%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Dix Elementary School's ranking?
Fort Dix Elementary School is ranked #1104 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Fort Dix Elementary School often compared to?
Fort Dix Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Endeavour Elementary School, New Hanover Township School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Fort Dix Elementary School?
296 students attend Fort Dix Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Fort Dix Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Dix Elementary School?
Fort Dix Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fort Dix Elementary School offer ?
Fort Dix Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fort Dix Elementary School part of?
Fort Dix Elementary School is part of Pemberton Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Fort Dix Elementary School located?
Fort Dix Elementary School is located in the Fort Dix neighborhood of Joint Base Mdl, NJ.
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