Serving 612 students in grades Kindergarten-5, J Harold Van Zant 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 46% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
J Harold Van Zant's student population of 612 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
612 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J Harold Van Zant 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 J Harold Van Zant is 0.47, 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
#954 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
6%
33%
Black
8%
15%
White
72%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J Harold Van Zant's ranking?
J Harold Van Zant is ranked #954 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are J Harold Van Zant often compared to?
J Harold Van Zantis often viewed alongside schools like Frances Demasi Elementary School, Helen L Beeler by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend J Harold Van Zant?
612 students attend J Harold Van Zant.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of J Harold Van Zant students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J Harold Van Zant?
J Harold Van Zant has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does J Harold Van Zant offer ?
J Harold Van Zant offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is J Harold Van Zant part of?
J Harold Van Zant is part of Evesham Township School District.
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