Serving 322 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Marian E. Mckeown 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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Marian E. McKeown Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Newton, NJ, encompassing approximately 25.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marian E. Mckeown Elementary School's student population of 322 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
To provide each child with varied educational experiences, while emphasizing individual student academic growth, through community support, in a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment in order to develop life-long learners who are productive citizen
School Rankings
Marian E. Mckeown 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 Marian E. Mckeown Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#848 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
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)
30-39%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.3%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Hawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marian E. Mckeown Elementary School's ranking?
Marian E. Mckeown 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 Marian E. Mckeown Elementary School often compared to?
Marian E. Mckeown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stillwater Township School, Alpine 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 Marian E. Mckeown Elementary School?
322 students attend Marian E. Mckeown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Marian E. Mckeown Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marian E. Mckeown Elementary School?
Marian E. Mckeown Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Marian E. Mckeown Elementary School offer ?
Marian E. Mckeown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marian E. Mckeown Elementary School part of?
Marian E. Mckeown Elementary School is part of Hampton Township School District.
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