Serving 678 students in grades 1-4, Campbell Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 678 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Campbell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Campbell Elementary School's student population of 678 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
678 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Great things happen in service to others.
School Rankings
Campbell 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 Campbell Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#468 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
25%
10%
Hispanic
14%
34%
Black
5%
15%
White
45%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
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 Campbell Elementary School's ranking?
Campbell Elementary School is ranked #468 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Campbell Elementary School often compared to?
Campbell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carteret High School, Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Campbell Elementary School?
678 students attend Campbell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Campbell Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Campbell Elementary School?
Campbell Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Campbell Elementary School offer ?
Campbell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Campbell Elementary School part of?
Campbell Elementary School is part of Metuchen Public School District.
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