Serving 926 students in grades 5-6, Hartford Upper 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 43% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 926 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hartford Upper Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Mount Laurel school district, covering approximately 22 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 3.1 miles and the furthest point located 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hartford Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hartford Upper Elementary School's student population of 926 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
926 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Hartford Upper 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 Hartford Upper Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#824 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
17%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hartford Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Hartford Upper Elementary School is ranked #824 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hartford Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Hartford Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moorestown Upper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Hartford Upper Elementary School?
926 students attend Hartford Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Hartford Upper Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hartford Upper Elementary School?
Hartford Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hartford Upper Elementary School offer ?
Hartford Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hartford Upper Elementary School part of?
Hartford Upper Elementary School is part of Mount Laurel Township School District.
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