Serving 302 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Ventnor Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ventnor Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Ventnor Elementary School's student population of 302 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Ventnor Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ventnor Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#932 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
26%
34%
Black
4%
15%
White
53%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Ventnor Elementary School's ranking?
Ventnor Elementary School is ranked #932 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Ventnor Elementary School?
302 students attend Ventnor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Ventnor Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ventnor Elementary School?
Ventnor Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ventnor Elementary School offer ?
Ventnor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ventnor Elementary School part of?
Ventnor Elementary School is part of Ventnor City School District.
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