Serving 336 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, South End Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South End Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
South End Elementary School's student population of 336 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South End Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South End Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#539 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
11%
32%
Black
2%
15%
White
78%
40%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South End Elementary School's ranking?
South End Elementary School is ranked #539 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are South End Elementary School often compared to?
South End Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North End Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend South End Elementary School?
336 students attend South End Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of South End Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South End Elementary School?
South End Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does South End Elementary School offer ?
South End Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is South End Elementary School part of?
South End Elementary School is part of Cedar Grove Township School District.
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