Serving 427 students in grades 1-5, Tamaques Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Tamaques Elementary School serves the southern part of Westfield, NJ, encompassing an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tamaques Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tamaques Elementary School's student population of 427 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
427 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Tamaques Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tamaques Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#245 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
11%
Hispanic
8%
35%
Black
3%
14%
White
68%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.6%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tamaques Elementary School's ranking?
Tamaques Elementary School is ranked #245 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Tamaques Elementary School often compared to?
Tamaques Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary School, Westfield Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Tamaques Elementary School?
427 students attend Tamaques Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Tamaques Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tamaques Elementary School?
Tamaques Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Tamaques Elementary School offer ?
Tamaques Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tamaques Elementary School part of?
Tamaques Elementary School is part of Westfield Public School District.
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