Serving 375 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, East Amwell Township 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 52% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Amwell Township ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
East Amwell Township's student population of 375 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Amwell Township 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 East Amwell Township is 0.37, 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
#448 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
14%
33%
Black
1%
15%
White
78%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Amwell Township's ranking?
East Amwell Township is ranked #448 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are East Amwell Township often compared to?
East Amwell Townshipis often viewed alongside schools like Delaware Township School, Kingwood Township School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend East Amwell Township?
375 students attend East Amwell Township.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of East Amwell Township students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Amwell Township?
East Amwell Township has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Amwell Township offer ?
East Amwell Township offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is East Amwell Township part of?
East Amwell Township is part of East Amwell Township School District.
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