Serving 708 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chester M. Stephens 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% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 708 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chester M. Stephens Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Chester M. Stephens Elementary School's student population of 708 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
708 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chester M. Stephens Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chester M. Stephens Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#636 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
10%
Hispanic
23%
33%
Black
7%
15%
White
44%
39%
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
15%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chester M. Stephens Elementary School's ranking?
Chester M. Stephens Elementary School is ranked #636 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Chester M. Stephens Elementary School often compared to?
Chester M. Stephens Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandshore Rd. Elementary School, Tinc Rd. Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Chester M. Stephens Elementary School?
708 students attend Chester M. Stephens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Chester M. Stephens Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chester M. Stephens Elementary School?
Chester M. Stephens Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Chester M. Stephens Elementary School offer ?
Chester M. Stephens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Chester M. Stephens Elementary School part of?
Chester M. Stephens Elementary School is part of Mount Olive Township School District.
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