Serving 353 students in grades Kindergarten-5, J Spencer Smith School ranks in the top 10% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J Spencer Smith 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 Spencer Smith School's student population of 353 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J Spencer Smith 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 Spencer Smith School is 0.58, 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
#137 out of 2183 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
35%
10%
Hispanic
5%
32%
Black
1%
15%
White
55%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J Spencer Smith School's ranking?
J Spencer Smith School is ranked #137 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are J Spencer Smith School often compared to?
J Spencer Smith Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walter Stillman School, Malcolm S Mackay School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend J Spencer Smith School?
353 students attend J Spencer Smith School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of J Spencer Smith School students are White, 35% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J Spencer Smith School?
J Spencer Smith School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does J Spencer Smith School offer ?
J Spencer Smith School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is J Spencer Smith School part of?
J Spencer Smith School is part of Tenafly Public School District.
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