Serving 478 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hurffville Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hurffville Elementary School's student population of 478 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hurffville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hurffville Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#689 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
7%
32%
Black
8%
15%
White
79%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hurffville Elementary School's ranking?
Hurffville Elementary School is ranked #689 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hurffville Elementary School often compared to?
Hurffville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wedgwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Hurffville Elementary School?
478 students attend Hurffville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Hurffville Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hurffville Elementary School?
Hurffville Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hurffville Elementary School offer ?
Hurffville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hurffville Elementary School part of?
Hurffville Elementary School is part of Washington Township School District.
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