Serving 364 students in grades 3-5, Newbury 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 29% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newbury Elementary School's student population of 364 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newbury Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newbury Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#921 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
16%
32%
Black
4%
15%
White
68%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newbury Elementary School's ranking?
Newbury Elementary School is ranked #921 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Newbury Elementary School often compared to?
Newbury Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aldrich Elementary School, Memorial School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Newbury Elementary School?
364 students attend Newbury Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Newbury Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newbury Elementary School?
Newbury Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Newbury Elementary School offer ?
Newbury Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Newbury Elementary School part of?
Newbury Elementary School is part of Howell Township Public School District.
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