Serving 438 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Viola L Sickles School ranks in the top 20% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Viola L Sickles School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Viola L Sickles School's student population of 438 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
438 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Viola L Sickles School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Viola L Sickles School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#304 out of 2183 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
3%
32%
Black
n/a
15%
White
95%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (02-03)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Viola L Sickles School's ranking?
Viola L Sickles School is ranked #304 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Viola L Sickles School often compared to?
Viola L Sickles Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deane-porter Elementary School, Point Road School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Viola L Sickles School?
438 students attend Viola L Sickles School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Viola L Sickles School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Viola L Sickles School?
Viola L Sickles School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Viola L Sickles School offer ?
Viola L Sickles School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Viola L Sickles School part of?
Viola L Sickles School is part of Fair Haven School District.
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