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 (2026)
- 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%)
- 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
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
16%
11%
Hispanic
20%
35%
Black
17%
14%
White
39%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.1%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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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