Serving 406 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kingston 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 60% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 51% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kingston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kingston Elementary School's student population of 406 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 18, 2026
School Rankings
Kingston 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 Kingston Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#619 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
10%
Hispanic
17%
34%
Black
8%
15%
White
49%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Kingston Elementary School's ranking?
Kingston Elementary School is ranked #619 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Kingston Elementary School often compared to?
Kingston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Paine Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Kingston Elementary School?
406 students attend Kingston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Kingston Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kingston Elementary School?
Kingston Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kingston Elementary School offer ?
Kingston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kingston Elementary School part of?
Kingston Elementary School is part of Cherry Hill School District.
In what neighborhood is Kingston Elementary School located?
Kingston Elementary School is located in the Barclay Kingston neighborhood of Cherry Hill, NJ. There are 3 other public schools located in Barclay Kingston.
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