Joseph F. Cappello School serves 97 students in grades Prekindergarten-3.
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 97 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph F. Cappello School's student population of 97 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
97 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Joseph F. Cappello 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Asian
8%
11%
Hispanic
44%
35%
Black
38%
14%
White
7%
37%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Joseph F. Cappello School often compared to?
Joseph F. Cappello Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mercer Elementary School, Autistic Continuum by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Joseph F. Cappello School?
97 students attend Joseph F. Cappello School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Joseph F. Cappello School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph F. Cappello School?
Joseph F. Cappello School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Joseph F. Cappello School offer ?
Joseph F. Cappello School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph F. Cappello School part of?
Joseph F. Cappello School is part of Mercer County Special Services School District.
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