Serving 523 students in grades 4-8, Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower 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 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School's student population of 523 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
523 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#1159 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
21%
34%
Black
16%
15%
White
55%
38%
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
24%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School's ranking?
Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School is ranked #1159 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School often compared to?
Samuel S. Yellin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sterling High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% 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 Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School?
523 students attend Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School?
Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School offer ?
Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School part of?
Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School is part of Stratford School District.
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