Serving 492 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Sunnymead 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 41% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunnymead Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sunnymead Elementary School's student population of 492 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sunnymead Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunnymead Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#575 out of 2183 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
37%
10%
Hispanic
17%
32%
Black
8%
15%
White
33%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
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 Sunnymead Elementary School's ranking?
Sunnymead Elementary School is ranked #575 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Sunnymead Elementary School often compared to?
Sunnymead Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillsborough Township Elementary School, Triangle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Sunnymead Elementary School?
492 students attend Sunnymead Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Sunnymead Elementary School students are Asian, 33% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunnymead Elementary School?
Sunnymead Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sunnymead Elementary School offer ?
Sunnymead Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Sunnymead Elementary School part of?
Sunnymead Elementary School is part of Hillsborough Township Public School District.
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