Serving 561 students in grades 5-6, Berkeley Township Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than 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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Berkeley Township Elementary School's student population of 561 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
561 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Berkeley Township Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berkeley Township Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#1576 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
23%
34%
Black
5%
15%
White
67%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berkeley Township Elementary School's ranking?
Berkeley Township Elementary School is ranked #1576 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Berkeley Township Elementary School often compared to?
Berkeley Township Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Island Heights Elementary School, Ocean Gate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Berkeley Township Elementary School?
561 students attend Berkeley Township Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Berkeley Township Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berkeley Township Elementary School?
Berkeley Township Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Berkeley Township Elementary School offer ?
Berkeley Township Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Berkeley Township Elementary School part of?
Berkeley Township Elementary School is part of Berkeley Township School District.
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