Serving 696 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chester M. Stephens Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher 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 61% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chester M. Stephens Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Chester M. Stephens Elementary School's student population of 696 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
696 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Chester M. Stephens Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chester M. Stephens Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#665 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
24%
11%
Hispanic
23%
35%
Black
9%
14%
White
39%
37%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chester M. Stephens Elementary School's ranking?
Chester M. Stephens Elementary School is ranked #665 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Chester M. Stephens Elementary School often compared to?
Chester M. Stephens Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandshore Rd. Elementary School, Tinc Rd. Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Chester M. Stephens Elementary School?
696 students attend Chester M. Stephens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Chester M. Stephens Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chester M. Stephens Elementary School?
Chester M. Stephens Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Chester M. Stephens Elementary School offer ?
Chester M. Stephens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chester M. Stephens Elementary School part of?
Chester M. Stephens Elementary School is part of Mount Olive Township School District.
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