Howard L. Emmons serves 273 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 75%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89%
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Howard L. Emmons's student population of 273 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
273 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Howard L. Emmons is 0.75, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)85-89%
75%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)65-69%
69%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
26%
35%
Black
19%
14%
White
35%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 75% NJ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% NJ state average).
How many students attend Howard L. Emmons?
273 students attend Howard L. Emmons.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Howard L. Emmons students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 19% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howard L. Emmons?
Howard L. Emmons has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Howard L. Emmons offer ?
Howard L. Emmons offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Howard L. Emmons part of?
Howard L. Emmons is part of Pemberton Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Howard L. Emmons located?
Howard L. Emmons is located in the Pemberton Heights neighborhood of Pemberton, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in Pemberton Heights.
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