Serving 386 students in grades 1-5, Shady Lane 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 27% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower 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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shady Lane Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Shady Lane Elementary School's student population of 386 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
386 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shady Lane 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 Shady Lane Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#1613 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
24%
33%
Black
19%
15%
White
39%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
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 Shady Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Shady Lane Elementary School is ranked #1613 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Shady Lane Elementary School?
386 students attend Shady Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Shady Lane Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shady Lane Elementary School?
Shady Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Shady Lane Elementary School offer ?
Shady Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Shady Lane Elementary School part of?
Shady Lane Elementary School is part of Deptford Township Public School District.
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