Serving 301 students in grades 1-5, Brayton Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brayton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Brayton Elementary School's student population of 301 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brayton Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brayton Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#93 out of 2183 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
16%
32%
Black
4%
15%
White
65%
40%
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%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brayton Elementary School's ranking?
Brayton Elementary School is ranked #93 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Brayton Elementary School often compared to?
Brayton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School, Lincoln-hubbard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Brayton Elementary School?
301 students attend Brayton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Brayton Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brayton Elementary School?
Brayton Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brayton Elementary School offer ?
Brayton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Brayton Elementary School part of?
Brayton Elementary School is part of Summit Public School District.
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