Serving 370 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Larchmont Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (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 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Larchmont Elementary School serves the northeast area of Mount Laurel, NJ, covering approximately 1.4 square miles. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Larchmont Elementary School's student population of 370 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Larchmont Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Larchmont Elementary School is 0.76, which is more 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
#848 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
11%
Hispanic
20%
35%
Black
19%
14%
White
38%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Larchmont Elementary School's ranking?
Larchmont Elementary School is ranked #848 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Larchmont Elementary School often compared to?
Larchmont Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillside Elementary School, Fleetwood Elementary School, Countryside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Larchmont Elementary School?
370 students attend Larchmont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Larchmont Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Larchmont Elementary School?
Larchmont Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Larchmont Elementary School offer ?
Larchmont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Larchmont Elementary School part of?
Larchmont Elementary School is part of Mount Laurel Township School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Terrible experience at this school. Avoid this school; my kids attended here. The teachers are terrible. Hopefully the new principal can change things
1 10/10/2025
Horrible place for kids. don't send kids there, find alternative especially if special education needed. Highly uncooperative, underqualified staff.
1 10/10/2025
Should be white only school!
5 10/10/2025
Good school, they really look after the kids.
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