Serving 666 students in grades 3-9, Slocum Skewes School ranks in the top 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 34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-9
- Enrollment: 666 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Slocum Skewes School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Slocum Skewes School's student population of 666 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-9
Total Students
666 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Slocum Skewes 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 Slocum Skewes School is 0.68, 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
#1074 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
10%
Hispanic
46%
33%
Black
4%
15%
White
25%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(12-13)<50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Slocum Skewes School's ranking?
Slocum Skewes School is ranked #1074 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Slocum Skewes School often compared to?
Slocum Skewes Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Memorial Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Slocum Skewes School?
The graduation rate of Slocum Skewes School is 50%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 87%.
How many students attend Slocum Skewes School?
666 students attend Slocum Skewes School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Slocum Skewes School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Slocum Skewes School?
Slocum Skewes School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Slocum Skewes School offer ?
Slocum Skewes School offers enrollment in grades 3-9
What school district is Slocum Skewes School part of?
Slocum Skewes School is part of Ridgefield School District.
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