Serving 398 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J. Fithian Tatem School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J. Fithian Tatem School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
J. Fithian Tatem School's student population of 398 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J. Fithian Tatem School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J. Fithian Tatem School is 0.31, 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
#113 out of 2183 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
6%
32%
Black
2%
15%
White
83%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J. Fithian Tatem School's ranking?
J. Fithian Tatem School is ranked #113 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are J. Fithian Tatem School often compared to?
J. Fithian Tatem Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elizabeth Haddon School, Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend J. Fithian Tatem School?
398 students attend J. Fithian Tatem School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of J. Fithian Tatem School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J. Fithian Tatem School?
J. Fithian Tatem School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does J. Fithian Tatem School offer ?
J. Fithian Tatem School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is J. Fithian Tatem School part of?
J. Fithian Tatem School is part of Haddonfield School District.
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