Serving 417 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 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Kingston Elementary School serves the northern part of Cherry Hill, NJ, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kingston Elementary School's student population of 417 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
417 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
16%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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?
417 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 Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 7% 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 12:1, 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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