Serving 473 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Indian Fields 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 63% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Fields Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Indian Fields Elementary School's student population of 473 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Indian Fields Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Fields Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#526 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
72%
10%
Hispanic
7%
34%
Black
8%
15%
White
9%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
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 Indian Fields Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Fields Elementary School is ranked #526 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Indian Fields Elementary School often compared to?
Indian Fields Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooks Crossing Elementary School, Cambridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Indian Fields Elementary School?
473 students attend Indian Fields Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Indian Fields Elementary School students are Asian, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Indian Fields Elementary School?
Indian Fields Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Indian Fields Elementary School offer ?
Indian Fields Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Indian Fields Elementary School part of?
Indian Fields Elementary School is part of South Brunswick School District.
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