Serving 621 students in grades Kindergarten-5, J Harold Van Zant 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 44% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
J Harold Van Zant's student population of 621 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
621 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Rankings
J Harold Van Zant 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 J Harold Van Zant is 0.54, 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
#1020 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
11%
Hispanic
7%
35%
Black
9%
14%
White
66%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J Harold Van Zant's ranking?
J Harold Van Zant is ranked #1020 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are J Harold Van Zant often compared to?
J Harold Van Zantis often viewed alongside schools like Frances Demasi Elementary School, Helen L Beeler by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend J Harold Van Zant?
621 students attend J Harold Van Zant.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of J Harold Van Zant students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J Harold Van Zant?
J Harold Van Zant has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does J Harold Van Zant offer ?
J Harold Van Zant offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J Harold Van Zant part of?
J Harold Van Zant is part of Evesham Township School District.
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