Serving 870 students in grades 4-5, Samsel Upper Elementary 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 51% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 870 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Samsel Upper Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Parlin, NJ, covering approximately 18.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Samsel Upper Elementary School's student population of 870 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
870 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Samsel Upper Elementary 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 Samsel Upper Elementary School is 0.76, which is more 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
#834 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
16%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.1%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samsel Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Samsel Upper Elementary School is ranked #834 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?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Samsel Upper Elementary School?
870 students attend Samsel Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Samsel Upper Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Samsel Upper Elementary School?
Samsel Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Samsel Upper Elementary School offer ?
Samsel Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Samsel Upper Elementary School part of?
Samsel Upper Elementary School is part of Sayreville School District.
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