Serving 496 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Sunnymead Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunnymead Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sunnymead Elementary School's student population of 496 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
496 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sunnymead Elementary 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 Sunnymead Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#174 out of 2201 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
37%
10%
Hispanic
17%
33%
Black
7%
15%
White
32%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunnymead Elementary School's ranking?
Sunnymead Elementary School is ranked #174 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Sunnymead Elementary School often compared to?
Sunnymead Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Triangle Elementary School, Hillsborough Township Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Sunnymead Elementary School?
496 students attend Sunnymead Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Sunnymead Elementary School students are Asian, 32% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% 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 Sunnymead Elementary School?
Sunnymead Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sunnymead Elementary School offer ?
Sunnymead Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Sunnymead Elementary School part of?
Sunnymead Elementary School is part of Hillsborough Township Public School District.
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