Serving 385 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Larchmont Elementary 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 40-44% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Larchmont Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Larchmont Elementary School's student population of 385 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Larchmont 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 Larchmont Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#821 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
22%
34%
Black
23%
15%
White
38%
38%
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
17%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
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 Larchmont Elementary School's ranking?
Larchmont Elementary School is ranked #821 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Larchmont Elementary School often compared to?
Larchmont Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Countryside Elementary School, Fleetwood Elementary School, Hillside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Larchmont Elementary School?
385 students attend Larchmont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Larchmont Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Larchmont Elementary School?
Larchmont Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Larchmont Elementary School offer ?
Larchmont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Larchmont Elementary School part of?
Larchmont Elementary School is part of Mount Laurel Township School District.
School Reviews
5 10/25/2021
Good school, they really look after the kids.
1 2/10/2020
Should be white only school!
1 8/29/2019
Horrible place for kids. don't send kids there, find alternative especially if special education needed. Highly uncooperative, underqualified staff.
2 9/19/2015
Terrible experience at this school. Avoid this school; my kids attended here. The teachers are terrible. Hopefully the new principal can change things
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