Serving 596 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Lindenwold School Five 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 22% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lindenwold School Five serves the west part of Clementon, NJ, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lindenwold School Five's student population of 596 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
596 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lindenwold School Five 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 Lindenwold School Five is 0.65, 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
#1849 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
46%
35%
Black
37%
14%
White
10%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lindenwold School Five's ranking?
Lindenwold School Five is ranked #1849 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lindenwold School Five?
596 students attend Lindenwold School Five.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Lindenwold School Five students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lindenwold School Five?
Lindenwold School Five has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lindenwold School Five offer ?
Lindenwold School Five offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lindenwold School Five part of?
Lindenwold School Five is part of Lindenwold Public School District.
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