Serving 551 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Osage School 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 53% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 65% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Osage School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Osage School's student population of 551 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
551 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Osage School 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 Osage 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
#654 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
29%
10%
Hispanic
17%
33%
Black
15%
15%
White
35%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Osage School's ranking?
Osage School is ranked #654 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Osage School often compared to?
Osage Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kresson School, Edward T. Hamilton by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Osage School?
551 students attend Osage School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Osage School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Osage School?
Osage School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Osage School offer ?
Osage School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Osage School part of?
Osage School is part of Voorhees Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Osage School located?
Osage School is located in the Echelon neighborhood of Voorhees, NJ.
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