Serving 186 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, William H. Ross Iii School ranks in the top 20% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William H. Ross Iii School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
William H. Ross Iii School's student population of 186 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
186 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 17, 2026
School Motto
Achieving Excellence
School Rankings
William H. Ross Iii School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William H. Ross Iii School is 0.24, 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
#297 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
9%
35%
Black
n/a
14%
White
87%
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
6%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William H. Ross Iii School's ranking?
William H. Ross Iii School is ranked #297 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend William H. Ross Iii School?
186 students attend William H. Ross Iii School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of William H. Ross Iii School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William H. Ross Iii School?
William H. Ross Iii School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does William H. Ross Iii School offer ?
William H. Ross Iii School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William H. Ross Iii School part of?
William H. Ross Iii School is part of Margate City School District.
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