Serving 396 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Magnolia 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 41% (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 56% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Magnolia School serves the entire district in Magnolia, NJ, encompassing an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.6 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 1 mile to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Magnolia's student population of 396 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Magnolia 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 Magnolia is 0.71, 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
#1556 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
11%
Hispanic
21%
35%
Black
22%
14%
White
44%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magnolia's ranking?
Magnolia is ranked #1556 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Magnolia often compared to?
Magnoliais often viewed alongside schools like Somerdale Park School by visitors of our site.
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 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Magnolia?
396 students attend Magnolia.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Magnolia students are White, 22% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Magnolia?
Magnolia has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Magnolia offer ?
Magnolia offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Magnolia part of?
Magnolia is part of Magnolia School District.
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