Serving 511 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Selzer Elementarymiddle School ranks in the top 30% 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 49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Selzer Elementarymiddle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Selzer Elementarymiddle School's student population of 511 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
511 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Selzer Elementarymiddle 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 Selzer Elementarymiddle 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
#502 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
14%
10%
Hispanic
39%
34%
Black
4%
15%
White
38%
38%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Selzer Elementarymiddle School's ranking?
Selzer Elementarymiddle School is ranked #502 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Selzer Elementarymiddle School often compared to?
Selzer Elementarymiddle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, School No. 1 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Selzer Elementarymiddle School?
511 students attend Selzer Elementarymiddle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Selzer Elementarymiddle School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Selzer Elementarymiddle School?
Selzer Elementarymiddle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Selzer Elementarymiddle School offer ?
Selzer Elementarymiddle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Selzer Elementarymiddle School part of?
Selzer Elementarymiddle School is part of Dumont Public School District.
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