Serving 380 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Southern Boulevard School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern Boulevard School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Southern Boulevard School's student population of 380 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southern Boulevard School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southern Boulevard School is 0.51, 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
#142 out of 2201 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
14%
10%
Hispanic
6%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
68%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Boulevard School's ranking?
Southern Boulevard School is ranked #142 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Southern Boulevard School often compared to?
Southern Boulevard Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milton Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Southern Boulevard School?
380 students attend Southern Boulevard School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Southern Boulevard School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southern Boulevard School?
Southern Boulevard School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Southern Boulevard School offer ?
Southern Boulevard School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Southern Boulevard School part of?
Southern Boulevard School is part of School District Of The Chathams.
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