Serving 339 students in grades 4-8, Jordan Road Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jordan Road Elementary School serves a central area in Somers Point, NJ, encompassing approximately 2.7 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 1.1 miles and the furthest edge located 2.1 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jordan Road Elementary School's student population of 339 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
339 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Jordan Road Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jordan Road Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1828 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
32%
35%
Black
17%
14%
White
40%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jordan Road Elementary School's ranking?
Jordan Road Elementary School is ranked #1828 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Jordan Road Elementary School often compared to?
Jordan Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dawes Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Jordan Road Elementary School?
339 students attend Jordan Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Jordan Road Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jordan Road Elementary School?
Jordan Road Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jordan Road Elementary School offer ?
Jordan Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jordan Road Elementary School part of?
Jordan Road Elementary School is part of Somers Point School District.
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