Serving 498 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fernbrook School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fernbrook School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Fernbrook School's student population of 498 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fernbrook 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 Fernbrook School is 0.69, 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
#893 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
10%
Hispanic
29%
33%
Black
4%
15%
White
42%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fernbrook School's ranking?
Fernbrook School is ranked #893 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Fernbrook School often compared to?
Fernbrook Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Center Grove School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Fernbrook School?
498 students attend Fernbrook School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Fernbrook School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fernbrook School?
Fernbrook School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fernbrook School offer ?
Fernbrook School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Fernbrook School part of?
Fernbrook School is part of Randolph Township School District.
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