Serving 322 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Upper Pittsgrove 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 50-54% (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 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upper Pittsgrove School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Upper Pittsgrove School's student population of 322 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 1600% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Upper Pittsgrove 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 Upper Pittsgrove School is 0.22, 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
#608 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
6%
32%
Black
2%
15%
White
88%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upper Pittsgrove School's ranking?
Upper Pittsgrove School is ranked #608 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Upper Pittsgrove School often compared to?
Upper Pittsgrove Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alloway Township School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Upper Pittsgrove School?
322 students attend Upper Pittsgrove School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Upper Pittsgrove School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Upper Pittsgrove School?
Upper Pittsgrove School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Upper Pittsgrove School offer ?
Upper Pittsgrove School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Upper Pittsgrove School part of?
Upper Pittsgrove School is part of Upper Pittsgrove TWP School District.
School Reviews
5 9/26/2022
The school staff is great... In my opinion one of the best schools! My little ones had made incredible progress and the members are always doing extra work to keep our children interested.
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