Serving 411 students in grades 1-5, Tamaques Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 63% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- 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
School Overview
Tamaques Elementary School's student population of 411 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tamaques Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tamaques Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#105 out of 2183 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
5%
32%
Black
2%
15%
White
72%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
5%
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 Tamaques Elementary School's ranking?
Tamaques Elementary School is ranked #105 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Tamaques Elementary School often compared to?
Tamaques Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Watchung Hills Regional High School, Westfield Senior High 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 26% NJ state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Tamaques Elementary School?
411 students attend Tamaques Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Tamaques Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tamaques Elementary School?
Tamaques Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, 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
What school district is Tamaques Elementary School part of?
Tamaques Elementary School is part of Westfield Public School District.
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