Serving 448 students in grades 3-5, Upper Township Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upper Township Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Upper Township Elementary School's student population of 448 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Upper Township Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Upper Township Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#516 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
6%
34%
Black
1%
15%
White
90%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Upper Township Elementary School's ranking?
Upper Township Elementary School is ranked #516 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Upper Township Elementary School often compared to?
Upper Township Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dennis Township Elementary/middle Schools, Upper Township Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Upper Township Elementary School?
448 students attend Upper Township Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Upper Township Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Upper Township Elementary School?
Upper Township Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Upper Township Elementary School offer ?
Upper Township Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Upper Township Elementary School part of?
Upper Township Elementary School is part of Upper Township School District.
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