Serving 291 students in grades 5-8, Richard Butler 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 40% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 40% 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: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Richard Butler School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Butler, NJ, encompassing approximately 2.1 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richard Butler School's student population of 291 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
291 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
School Rankings
Richard Butler 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 Richard Butler School is 0.52, 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
#1001 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
11%
Hispanic
35%
35%
Black
1%
14%
White
60%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.4%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard Butler School's ranking?
Richard Butler School is ranked #1001 out of 2,184 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Richard Butler School?
291 students attend Richard Butler School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Richard Butler School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richard Butler School?
Richard Butler School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Richard Butler School offer ?
Richard Butler School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richard Butler School part of?
Richard Butler School is part of Butler Public School District.
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