Nokomis School serves 126 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 126 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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Nokomis School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Nokomis School's student population of 126 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
126 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Colors
Red and White
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child Deserves Honor, Respect & Dignity
School Rankings
The diversity score of Nokomis School is 0.17, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Hispanic
2%
35%
Black
1%
14%
White
91%
37%
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lakers
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Nokomis School?
126 students attend Nokomis School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Nokomis School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nokomis School?
Nokomis School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Nokomis School offer ?
Nokomis School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nokomis School part of?
Nokomis School is part of Medford Lakes School District.
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