Serving 306 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Countryside Elementary 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 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 51% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Countryside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Countryside Elementary School's student population of 306 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
306 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Countryside Elementary 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 Countryside Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#787 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
11%
34%
Black
15%
15%
White
49%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Countryside Elementary School's ranking?
Countryside Elementary School is ranked #787 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Countryside Elementary School often compared to?
Countryside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fleetwood Elementary School, Larchmont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Countryside Elementary School?
306 students attend Countryside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Countryside Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Countryside Elementary School?
Countryside Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Countryside Elementary School offer ?
Countryside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Countryside Elementary School part of?
Countryside Elementary School is part of Mount Laurel Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Countryside Elementary School located?
Countryside Elementary School is located in the Ramblewood neighborhood of Mount Laurel, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in Ramblewood.
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