Serving 320 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Betty Mcelmon 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 60-64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Betty Mcelmon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Betty Mcelmon Elementary School's student population of 320 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
320 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Betty Mcelmon Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Betty Mcelmon 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
#585 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
18%
35%
Black
4%
14%
White
74%
37%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Betty Mcelmon Elementary School's ranking?
Betty Mcelmon Elementary School is ranked #585 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Betty Mcelmon Elementary School often compared to?
Betty Mcelmon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wolf Hill School, Mahala F. Atchison School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Betty Mcelmon Elementary School?
320 students attend Betty Mcelmon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Betty Mcelmon Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Betty Mcelmon Elementary School?
Betty Mcelmon Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Betty Mcelmon Elementary School offer ?
Betty Mcelmon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Betty Mcelmon Elementary School part of?
Betty Mcelmon Elementary School is part of West Long Branch School District.
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