Serving 530 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Sunnymead Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunnymead Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sunnymead Elementary School's student population of 530 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
530 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunnymead Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunnymead Elementary School is 0.74, which is more 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
#154 out of 2184 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
38%
11%
Hispanic
20%
35%
Black
8%
14%
White
28%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sunnymead
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunnymead Elementary School's ranking?
Sunnymead Elementary School is ranked #154 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Sunnymead Elementary School often compared to?
Sunnymead Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillsborough Township Elementary School, Triangle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Sunnymead Elementary School?
530 students attend Sunnymead Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Sunnymead Elementary School students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunnymead Elementary School?
Sunnymead Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sunnymead Elementary School offer ?
Sunnymead Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunnymead Elementary School part of?
Sunnymead Elementary School is part of Hillsborough Township Public School District.
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