Serving 485 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Benedict A. Cucinella School ranks in the top 50% 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 58% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benedict A. Cucinella School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Benedict A. Cucinella School's student population of 485 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
485 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Benedict A. Cucinella School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benedict A. Cucinella 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
#801 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
36%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%

Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
10%

Hispanic
14%
34%

Black
4%
15%

White
71%
38%

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
4%
32%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benedict A. Cucinella School's ranking?
Benedict A. Cucinella School is ranked #801 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Benedict A. Cucinella School often compared to?
Benedict A. Cucinella Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Flocktown-kossmann Elementary School, Old Farmers Road School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Benedict A. Cucinella School?
485 students attend Benedict A. Cucinella School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Benedict A. Cucinella School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benedict A. Cucinella School?
Benedict A. Cucinella School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Benedict A. Cucinella School offer ?
Benedict A. Cucinella School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Benedict A. Cucinella School part of?
Benedict A. Cucinella School is part of Washington Township School District.
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