Serving 433 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J. Fithian Tatem School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: J. Fithian Tatem School serves the northern part of Haddonfield, NJ, encompassing an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.2 miles away.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
J. Fithian Tatem School's student population of 433 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
433 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
J. Fithian Tatem School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J. Fithian Tatem School is 0.29, 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
#102 out of 2184 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
11%
Hispanic
5%
35%
Black
n/a
14%
White
84%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
38%
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 #102 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% 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?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend J. Fithian Tatem School?
433 students attend J. Fithian Tatem School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of J. Fithian Tatem School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J. Fithian Tatem School?
J. Fithian Tatem School has a student ration of 14:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J. Fithian Tatem School part of?
J. Fithian Tatem School is part of Haddonfield School District.
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