Serving 217 students in grades 5-8, Old Turnpike School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Old Turnpike School is located in Califon, NJ, and serves an attendance zone that covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 31.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the farthest edge of the zone being 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Old Turnpike School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Old Turnpike School's student population of 217 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
217 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Old Turnpike School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Old Turnpike School is 0.39, 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
#233 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
11%
Hispanic
11%
35%
Black
n/a
14%
White
77%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old Turnpike School's ranking?
Old Turnpike School is ranked #233 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Old Turnpike School often compared to?
Old Turnpike Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J.p. Case Middle School, Branchburg Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Old Turnpike School?
217 students attend Old Turnpike School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Old Turnpike School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Old Turnpike School?
Old Turnpike School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Old Turnpike School offer ?
Old Turnpike School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Old Turnpike School part of?
Old Turnpike School is part of Tewksbury Township School District.
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