Serving 168 students in grades 1-3, Port Colden 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 30-39% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Port Colden School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Port Colden School's student population of 168 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
Total Students
168 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Port Colden 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 Port Colden School is 0.39, 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
#970 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
11%
32%
Black
5%
15%
White
77%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port Colden School's ranking?
Port Colden School is ranked #970 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Port Colden School?
168 students attend Port Colden School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Port Colden School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Port Colden School?
Port Colden School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Port Colden School offer ?
Port Colden School offers enrollment in grades 1-3
What school district is Port Colden School part of?
Port Colden School is part of Washington Township School District.
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