Serving 376 students in grades 2-6, Hurden Looker 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 21% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 2-6
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hurden Looker School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hurden Looker School's student population of 376 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-6
Total Students
376 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hurden Looker School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hurden Looker School is 0.60, 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
#1497 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
41%
33%
Black
48%
15%
White
10%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hurden Looker School's ranking?
Hurden Looker School is ranked #1497 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hurden Looker School often compared to?
Hurden Looker Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deanna G. Taylor Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Hurden Looker School?
376 students attend Hurden Looker School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Hurden Looker School students are Black, 41% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hurden Looker School?
Hurden Looker School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hurden Looker School offer ?
Hurden Looker School offers enrollment in grades 2-6
What school district is Hurden Looker School part of?
Hurden Looker School is part of Hillside Public School District.
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