Serving 555 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hurffville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to 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 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hurffville Elementary School's student population of 555 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
555 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Hurffville Elementary 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 Hurffville Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#943 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
7%
34%
Black
7%
15%
White
78%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Hurffville Elementary School's ranking?
Hurffville Elementary School is ranked #943 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hurffville Elementary School often compared to?
Hurffville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wedgwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Hurffville Elementary School?
555 students attend Hurffville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Hurffville Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hurffville Elementary School?
Hurffville Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hurffville Elementary School offer ?
Hurffville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hurffville Elementary School part of?
Hurffville Elementary School is part of Washington Township School District.
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