Serving 460 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Indian Fields Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 60% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Indian Fields Elementary School serves the southern part of Dayton, NJ, covering an area of approximately 12.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 2.7 miles to the school from the edge of the zone, extending up to 3.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Fields Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Indian Fields Elementary School's student population of 460 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
460 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Indian Fields Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Fields Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#604 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
67%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Indian Fields Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Fields Elementary School is ranked #604 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Indian Fields Elementary School often compared to?
Indian Fields Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooks Crossing Elementary School, Cambridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Indian Fields Elementary School?
460 students attend Indian Fields Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Indian Fields Elementary School students are Asian, 11% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian Fields Elementary School?
Indian Fields Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Indian Fields Elementary School offer ?
Indian Fields Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Indian Fields Elementary School part of?
Indian Fields Elementary School is part of South Brunswick School District.
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