Pine Acres Early Childhood Center serves 298 students in grades Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine Acres Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
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School Overview
Pine Acres Early Childhood Center's student population of 298 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Colors
Red and White
School Calendar
School Motto
Education Begins Here
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pine Acres Early Childhood Center 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
Asian
6%
11%
Hispanic
24%
35%
Black
13%
14%
White
50%
37%
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartans
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Pine Acres Early Childhood Center often compared to?
Pine Acres Early Childhood Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Central Early Childhood Center by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Pine Acres Early Childhood Center?
298 students attend Pine Acres Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Pine Acres Early Childhood Center students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pine Acres Early Childhood Center?
Pine Acres Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pine Acres Early Childhood Center offer ?
Pine Acres Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pine Acres Early Childhood Center part of?
Pine Acres Early Childhood Center is part of Deptford Township Public School District.
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