Serving 712 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Van Derveer Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 712 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Derveer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Van Derveer Elementary School's student population of 712 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
712 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Van Derveer Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Derveer Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1385 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
37%
32%
Black
9%
15%
White
38%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Derveer Elementary School's ranking?
Van Derveer Elementary School is ranked #1385 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Van Derveer Elementary School often compared to?
Van Derveer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adamsville Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Van Derveer Elementary School?
712 students attend Van Derveer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Van Derveer Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Van Derveer Elementary School?
Van Derveer Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Van Derveer Elementary School offer ?
Van Derveer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Van Derveer Elementary School part of?
Van Derveer Elementary School is part of Somerville Public School District.
School Reviews
5 3/17/2016
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