Serving 692 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Chesterfield Township Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher 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 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chesterfield Township Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chesterfield Township Elementary School's student population of 692 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
692 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Chesterfield Township 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 Chesterfield Township Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#471 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
36%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
49%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
23%

Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
30%
10%

Hispanic
7%
34%

Black
3%
15%

White
56%
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
2%
32%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%

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 Chesterfield Township Elementary School's ranking?
Chesterfield Township Elementary School is ranked #471 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Chesterfield Township Elementary School?
692 students attend Chesterfield Township Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Chesterfield Township Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chesterfield Township Elementary School?
Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield Township Elementary School offer ?
Chesterfield Township Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Chesterfield Township Elementary School part of?
Chesterfield Township Elementary School is part of Chesterfield Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Chesterfield Township Elementary School located?
Chesterfield Township Elementary School is located in the Crosswicks neighborhood of Chesterfield, NJ.
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