Serving 466 students in grades 3-6, Waterford Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 39% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waterford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Waterford Elementary School's student population of 466 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Waterford Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waterford Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#1371 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
12%
34%
Black
6%
15%
White
75%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Waterford Elementary School's ranking?
Waterford Elementary School is ranked #1371 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Waterford Elementary School often compared to?
Waterford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John H. Glenn School, Thomas Richards Early Childhood Center, John F Kennedy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Waterford Elementary School?
466 students attend Waterford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Waterford Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waterford Elementary School?
Waterford Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Waterford Elementary School offer ?
Waterford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waterford Elementary School part of?
Waterford Elementary School is part of Waterford Township School District.
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