Serving 502 students in grades 4-8, Knollwood School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Knollwood School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Knollwood School's student population of 502 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
502 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sun. Jun 21, 2026
School Motto
Educate... Challenge... Inspire
School Rankings
Knollwood School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Knollwood School is 0.12, 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
#102 out of 2184 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
3%
35%
Black
n/a
14%
White
94%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (01-02)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knollwood School's ranking?
Knollwood School is ranked #102 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Knollwood School often compared to?
Knollwood Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Markham Place School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Knollwood School?
502 students attend Knollwood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Knollwood School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knollwood School?
Knollwood School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Knollwood School offer ?
Knollwood School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Knollwood School part of?
Knollwood School is part of Fair Haven School District.
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