Serving 482 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Shongum School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 24% 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-5
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Shongum School serves the southeast part of Randolph, NJ, covering an area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shongum School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Shongum School's student population of 482 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
482 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Shongum School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shongum School is 0.41, 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
#544 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.4%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
38%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shongum School's ranking?
Shongum School is ranked #544 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Shongum School often compared to?
Shongum Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Center Grove School, Northvail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Shongum School?
482 students attend Shongum School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Shongum School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shongum School?
Shongum School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Shongum School offer ?
Shongum School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shongum School part of?
Shongum School is part of Randolph Township School District.
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