Serving 250 students in grades 3-5, Thomas P. Hughes School ranks in the top 20% 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 80% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Thomas P. Hughes School serves a central area in Berkeley Heights, NJ, covering approximately 2.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the outer edges of the attendance zone located up to 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas P. Hughes School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Thomas P. Hughes School's student population of 250 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
250 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We reach new Heights by nurturing young adults who connect with others, love learning, and strive for a better tomorrow.
School Rankings
Thomas P. Hughes 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 Thomas P. Hughes School is 0.61, 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
#317 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
15%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.2%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-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 Thomas P. Hughes School's ranking?
Thomas P. Hughes School is ranked #317 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Thomas P. Hughes School often compared to?
Thomas P. Hughes Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William Woodruff School, Mary Kay Mcmillin Early Childhood Center, Warnsdorfer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Thomas P. Hughes School?
250 students attend Thomas P. Hughes School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Thomas P. Hughes School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% 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 Thomas P. Hughes School?
Thomas P. Hughes School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thomas P. Hughes School offer ?
Thomas P. Hughes School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas P. Hughes School part of?
Thomas P. Hughes School is part of Berkeley Heights School District.
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