Serving 276 students in grades 3-5, James Caldwell 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 61% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Caldwell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
James Caldwell Elementary School's student population of 276 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
276 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
James Caldwell 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 James Caldwell Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#522 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
11%
Hispanic
24%
35%
Black
11%
14%
White
52%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.3%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Caldwell Elementary School's ranking?
James Caldwell Elementary School is ranked #522 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are James Caldwell Elementary School often compared to?
James Caldwell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thelma L. Sandmeier Elementary School, Edward V. Walton Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend James Caldwell Elementary School?
276 students attend James Caldwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of James Caldwell Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Caldwell Elementary School?
James Caldwell Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does James Caldwell Elementary School offer ?
James Caldwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James Caldwell Elementary School part of?
James Caldwell Elementary School is part of Springfield Public School District.
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