Serving 296 students in grades 6-8, Johnstone Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnstone Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Johnstone Elementary School's student population of 296 students has grown by 92% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Johnstone Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Johnstone 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
#592 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
51%
34%
Black
10%
15%
White
25%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnstone Elementary School's ranking?
Johnstone Elementary School is ranked #592 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Johnstone Elementary School often compared to?
Johnstone Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John H. Winslow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Johnstone Elementary School?
296 students attend Johnstone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Johnstone Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Johnstone Elementary School?
Johnstone Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Johnstone Elementary School offer ?
Johnstone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Johnstone Elementary School part of?
Johnstone Elementary School is part of Vineland Public School District.
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