Serving 149 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Grade Downing 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 40-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Grade Downing Elementary School serves a central area in Runnemede, NJ, encompassing approximately 1 square mile. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grade Downing Elementary School's student population of 149 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
149 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Grade Downing 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 Grade Downing Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#947 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
11%
Hispanic
17%
35%
Black
10%
14%
White
57%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
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 Grade Downing Elementary School's ranking?
Grade Downing Elementary School is ranked #947 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?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Grade Downing Elementary School?
149 students attend Grade Downing Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Grade Downing Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grade Downing Elementary School?
Grade Downing Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Grade Downing Elementary School offer ?
Grade Downing Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grade Downing Elementary School part of?
Grade Downing Elementary School is part of Runnemede Public School District.
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