Serving 291 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Harding Township 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 75-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harding Township 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Harding Township School's student population of 291 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
291 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harding Township School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harding Township School is 0.30, 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
#70 out of 2184 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Asian
7%
11%
Hispanic
2%
35%
White
83%
37%
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harding Township School's ranking?
Harding Township School is ranked #70 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Harding Township School?
291 students attend Harding Township School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Harding Township School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harding Township School?
Harding Township School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harding Township School offer ?
Harding Township School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harding Township School part of?
Harding Township School is part of Harding Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Harding Township School located?
Harding Township School is located in the Basking Ridge neighborhood of New Vernon, NJ.
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