Serving 329 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Yardville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yardville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Yardville Elementary School's student population of 329 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Yardville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yardville Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#894 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
19%
34%
Black
9%
15%
White
66%
38%
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
13%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Yardville Elementary School's ranking?
Yardville Elementary School is ranked #894 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Yardville Elementary School?
329 students attend Yardville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Yardville Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Yardville Elementary School?
Yardville Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Yardville Elementary School offer ?
Yardville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Yardville Elementary School part of?
Yardville Elementary School is part of Hamilton Township Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Yardville Elementary School located?
Yardville Elementary School is located in the Yardville Groveville neighborhood of Trenton, NJ. There are 2 other public schools located in Yardville Groveville.
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