Serving 340 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 38%). 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 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- 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
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Upper Pittsgrove School's student population of 340 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 1600% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Upper Pittsgrove School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Upper Pittsgrove School is 0.27, 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
#635 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
7%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
85%
38%
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
8%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upper Pittsgrove School's ranking?
Upper Pittsgrove School is ranked #635 out of 2,184 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 38% 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?
340 students attend Upper Pittsgrove School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Upper Pittsgrove School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Upper Pittsgrove School?
Upper Pittsgrove School has a student ration of 10:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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