Serving 410 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Bayberry School ranks in the top 30% 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 65-69% (which is higher than 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 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bayberry School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Bayberry School's student population of 410 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bayberry 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 Bayberry School is 0.67, 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
#503 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
10%
Hispanic
16%
33%
Black
6%
15%
White
51%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
31%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bayberry School's ranking?
Bayberry School is ranked #503 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Bayberry School often compared to?
Bayberry Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bradley Gardens Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% 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 Bayberry School?
410 students attend Bayberry School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Bayberry School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bayberry School?
Bayberry School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bayberry School offer ?
Bayberry School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Bayberry School part of?
Bayberry School is part of Watchung Borough School District.
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