Serving 361 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Albert Payson Terhune Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Albert Payson Terhune Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Albert Payson Terhune Elementary School's student population of 361 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Albert Payson Terhune Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albert Payson Terhune Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#357 out of 2183 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
13%
32%
Black
3%
15%
White
64%
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
7%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albert Payson Terhune Elementary School's ranking?
Albert Payson Terhune Elementary School is ranked #357 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Albert Payson Terhune Elementary School often compared to?
Albert Payson Terhune Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Theunis Dey Elementary School, Pines Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Albert Payson Terhune Elementary School?
361 students attend Albert Payson Terhune Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Albert Payson Terhune Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Albert Payson Terhune Elementary School?
Albert Payson Terhune Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Albert Payson Terhune Elementary School offer ?
Albert Payson Terhune Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Albert Payson Terhune Elementary School part of?
Albert Payson Terhune Elementary School is part of Wayne Township Public School District.
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