Serving 547 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lucy N. Holman Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 39% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lucy N. Holman Elementary School serves the eastern part of Jackson, NJ, covering an area of approximately 10.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lucy N. Holman Elementary School's student population of 547 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
547 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Lucy N. Holman Elementary School 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 Lucy N. Holman Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1210 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
48%
35%
Black
5%
14%
White
39%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lucy N. Holman Elementary School's ranking?
Lucy N. Holman Elementary School is ranked #1210 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Lucy N. Holman Elementary School often compared to?
Lucy N. Holman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Switlik Elementary School, Crawford-rodriguez Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lucy N. Holman Elementary School?
547 students attend Lucy N. Holman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Lucy N. Holman Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% 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 Lucy N. Holman Elementary School?
Lucy N. Holman Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lucy N. Holman Elementary School offer ?
Lucy N. Holman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lucy N. Holman Elementary School part of?
Lucy N. Holman Elementary School is part of Jackson Township School District.
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