Serving 345 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Van Sciver Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Sciver Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Van Sciver Elementary School's student population of 345 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
345 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Motto
Where Students Thrive
School Rankings
Van Sciver Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Sciver Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#565 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
11%
Hispanic
13%
35%
Black
6%
14%
White
71%
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
22%
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 Van Sciver Elementary School's ranking?
Van Sciver Elementary School is ranked #565 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Van Sciver Elementary School often compared to?
Van Sciver Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stoy Elementary School, Cold Springs School, Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Van Sciver Elementary School?
345 students attend Van Sciver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Van Sciver Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Van Sciver Elementary School?
Van Sciver Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Van Sciver Elementary School offer ?
Van Sciver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Van Sciver Elementary School part of?
Van Sciver Elementary School is part of Haddon Township School District.
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