Serving 460 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Marie Durand Elementary School 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 6% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marie Durand Elementary School's student population of 460 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marie Durand Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marie Durand Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1832 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
69%
32%
Black
12%
15%
White
15%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marie Durand Elementary School's ranking?
Marie Durand Elementary School is ranked #1832 out of 2,183 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Marie Durand Elementary School?
460 students attend Marie Durand Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Marie Durand Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marie Durand Elementary School?
Marie Durand Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Marie Durand Elementary School offer ?
Marie Durand Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Marie Durand Elementary School part of?
Marie Durand Elementary School is part of Vineland Public School District.
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