Serving 583 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Salt Brook School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Salt Brook School serves a central area in New Providence, NJ, spanning approximately 1.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salt Brook School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Salt Brook School's student population of 583 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
583 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Salt Brook School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salt Brook School is 0.61, 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
#64 out of 2184 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
26%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
56%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.1%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
1%
5%
Showing 2006–2017. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salt Brook School's ranking?
Salt Brook School is ranked #64 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Salt Brook School often compared to?
Salt Brook Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Allen W. Roberts School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Salt Brook School?
583 students attend Salt Brook School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Salt Brook School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salt Brook School?
Salt Brook School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Salt Brook School offer ?
Salt Brook School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Salt Brook School part of?
Salt Brook School is part of New Providence School District.
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