Serving 287 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Taunton Forge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Taunton Forge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Taunton Forge Elementary School's student population of 287 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 19, 2026
School Mascot
Tiger
School Rankings
Taunton Forge Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Taunton Forge Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#258 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
9%
34%
Black
1%
15%
White
84%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taunton Forge Elementary School's ranking?
Taunton Forge Elementary School is ranked #258 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Taunton Forge Elementary School often compared to?
Taunton Forge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milton H. Allen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Taunton Forge Elementary School?
287 students attend Taunton Forge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Taunton Forge Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taunton Forge Elementary School?
Taunton Forge Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Taunton Forge Elementary School offer ?
Taunton Forge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Taunton Forge Elementary School part of?
Taunton Forge Elementary School is part of Medford Township School District.
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