Serving 606 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Spring Garden School ranks in the top 30% 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 61% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spring Garden School's student population of 606 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
606 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Colors
Red and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Spring Garden School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring Garden School is 0.61, 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
#449 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
13%
11%
Hispanic
22%
35%
Black
2%
14%
White
57%
37%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Garden School's ranking?
Spring Garden School is ranked #449 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Spring Garden School often compared to?
Spring Garden Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Radcliffe School, Lincoln School, Yantacaw School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Spring Garden School?
606 students attend Spring Garden School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Spring Garden School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spring Garden School?
Spring Garden School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Spring Garden School offer ?
Spring Garden School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spring Garden School part of?
Spring Garden School is part of Nutley Public School District.
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