Serving 383 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Aaron Decker School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 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-4
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aaron Decker School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Aaron Decker School's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Aaron Decker 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 Aaron Decker School is 0.56, 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
#872 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
11%
Hispanic
35%
35%
Black
1%
14%
White
57%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aaron Decker School's ranking?
Aaron Decker School is ranked #872 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Aaron Decker School often compared to?
Aaron Decker Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lavallette Elementary School, Sandshore Rd. Elementary School, Netcong Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Aaron Decker School?
383 students attend Aaron Decker School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Aaron Decker School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aaron Decker School?
Aaron Decker School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Aaron Decker School offer ?
Aaron Decker School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aaron Decker School part of?
Aaron Decker School is part of Butler Public School District.
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