Serving 705 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elms 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 52% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 705 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elms Elementary School's student population of 705 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
705 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Elms 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 Elms Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#902 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
11%
Hispanic
26%
35%
Black
9%
14%
White
58%
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
34%
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 Elms Elementary School's ranking?
Elms Elementary School is ranked #902 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Elms Elementary School often compared to?
Elms Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Switlik Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Elms Elementary School?
705 students attend Elms Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Elms Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elms Elementary School?
Elms Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Elms Elementary School offer ?
Elms Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elms Elementary School part of?
Elms Elementary School is part of Jackson Township School District.
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