Serving 121 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Frelinghuysen Township 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 45-49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% 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-6
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Frelinghuysen Township Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Newton, NJ, encompassing approximately 23.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest reach of 6.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Frelinghuysen Township Elementary School's student population of 121 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
121 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Frelinghuysen Township 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 Frelinghuysen Township Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#779 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
8%
35%
Black
3%
14%
White
84%
37%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frelinghuysen Township Elementary School's ranking?
Frelinghuysen Township Elementary School is ranked #779 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Frelinghuysen Township Elementary School?
121 students attend Frelinghuysen Township Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Frelinghuysen Township Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frelinghuysen Township Elementary School?
Frelinghuysen Township Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Frelinghuysen Township Elementary School offer ?
Frelinghuysen Township Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frelinghuysen Township Elementary School part of?
Frelinghuysen Township Elementary School is part of Frelinghuysen Township School District.
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