Serving 273 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oaklyn Public 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 27% 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-5
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oaklyn Public School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Oaklyn, NJ, covering approximately 0.7 square miles. Most students live within an average distance of 0.8 miles from the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.3 miles away, resulting in a typical drive time of 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oaklyn Public School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Oaklyn Public School's student population of 273 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
273 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Oaklyn Public 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 Oaklyn Public School is 0.44, 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
#1033 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oaklyn Public School's ranking?
Oaklyn Public School is ranked #1033 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Oaklyn Public School often compared to?
Oaklyn Public Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yorkship Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Oaklyn Public School?
273 students attend Oaklyn Public School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Oaklyn Public School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oaklyn Public School?
Oaklyn Public School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Oaklyn Public School offer ?
Oaklyn Public School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oaklyn Public School part of?
Oaklyn Public School is part of Oaklyn Public School District.
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