Serving 169 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Robert Erskine School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower 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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Robert Erskine School serves the northeast part of Ringwood, NJ, covering an area of approximately 14.8 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 3.1 miles, and the furthest edge located 4.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert Erskine School's student population of 169 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
169 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Providing Education for Success in the World of Today and the Future
School Rankings
Robert Erskine School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert Erskine School is 0.34, 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
#1154 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
13%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. 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 Robert Erskine School's ranking?
Robert Erskine School is ranked #1154 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Robert Erskine School?
169 students attend Robert Erskine School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Robert Erskine School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert Erskine School?
Robert Erskine School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Robert Erskine School offer ?
Robert Erskine School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert Erskine School part of?
Robert Erskine School is part of Ringwood School District.
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